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Free public health materials from The Nation's Health newspaper

Looking for easy-to-understand materials on health topics? Then look no further than Healthy You, the free public health resource page from The Nation's Health. The page can be downloaded, copied and reprinted. Pass out copies at your health fair or on campus. Hang it in your medical office or health department. Or hand them out at a community meeting. It's up to you! 

 
 

Healthy You:
April 2008 issue


Address your stress for a healthier life

Stress is a normal part of life, but too much stress can cause a host of physical and emotional disorders. Learn the symptoms of stress overload, and what you can do to keep it under control. 

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Past issues of Healthy You: Free downloads!

March 2008
Make healthy teeth a lifelong habit

Preventing tooth decay and gum disease is an essential part of general health. Brush up on the oral health strategies that will keep your smile bright and your teeth and gums healthy all through life. Download PDF

February 2008
Cold or flu? What to do when you're feeling blue

The common cold and seasonal flu are both respiratory illnesses, but they're caused by different viruses. Learn how to tell the difference between the two, and what to do for each.

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December 2007/January 2008
Playing it smart can lead to a healthier heart

Your heart, a powerful muscle about the size of your fist, is a workhorse. The best way to thank it is by treating it well, which means learning some heart-smart strategies that can help prevent heart disease the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Download PDF 

 

Food-borne illness

Learning the rules of food safety is as important as learning the rules of the road. From the grocery store to the kitchen table, a few simple steps can help keep you safe from food-borne illness.

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November 2007

Job health

Whether you work in an office, a store, a school or in one of dozens of other settings, applying ergonomics in your workplace can help reduce stress and eliminate many injuries.

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October 2007

Home safety

Your home is a happy place, but it can also be a dangerous one. Home accidents result in 21 million injuries requiring medical attention each year.

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September 2007

Greener living

As you do your part to help the environment, it's important to keep in mind that living green can also improve your health. Learn how you can go green at home, at work and in the community.

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August 2007

Vehicle safety

Despite significant safety advances, motor vehicle crashes continue to be the leading cause of death and injury among 2-year-olds and for all Americans ages 4 to 34. Learn some preventive measures that can make your car safer.

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June/July 2007

Exercise

Your body was made to move. Research shows that any amount of exercise is better than no exercise. Learn why physical activity is important for your health, and how to get started.

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May 2007

Talking to your doctor

The average doctor's office visit lasts 15 minutes. So what can you do to manage your own health? Learn tips that will help you get the most out of your health care provider experiences.

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April 2007

Preparedness

If there is an emergency in your city or community would you be ready? Learn the most important things you can do to be prepared.

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March 2007

Healthy outdoor air

Millions of Americans live in places where outdoor air pollution makes breathing difficult, or even dangerous to their health. Learn the dos and don'ts of surviving bad air days, and what you can do to improve air quality. Download PDF

February 2007

Helmet safety

Too hard-headed to wear a helmet while bicycling or motorcycling? If so, think again -- while your brain is still intact.

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December 2006/January 2007

Asthma, allergy triggers

Dust, bugs and pets may be taking a harder toll on your health than you know. Learn what you can do to make your home a healthier place to live. Download PDF

November 2006

Portion sizes

Portion distortion is leading Americans to put more on their plates then they should. Learn more about the problem and how you can better estimate serving sizes. Download PDF

October 2006

Check back each month for new issues of Healthy You!