Men's Health
Men can be strong, healthy and safe at any age. Taking daily steps to prevent disease and injury will improve physical and mental health. The first step is to get your check-ups. Studies show men do not see their doctors as frequently as women do. In fact, men are 24% less likely to have seen their doctor than women in the past year.
So take the first step. Man Up and take the preventive steps or get the check-ups and screenings listed below:
Prevention Steps
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Be Smoke-Free. Quit using tobacco and avoid secondhand smoke. Your CareOregon benefits cover nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) and telephone counseling to help you quit.
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Get your flu shot every year. Flu shots are free for CareOregon members. Talk to your Primary Care Provider.
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Get enough sleep. A lack of sleep can result in car and machine-related accidents. Studies show adults should get 7 – 9 hours of sleep per night.
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Be Active and Eat Your Fruits and Veggies. The correct level of physical activity will increase your breathing and heart rate. Regular activity will strengthen your heart and muscles. Take it slow if it has been awhile since you have been active. Check with your PCP first to make sure you are ready for increased activity. Eating a variety of fruit and veggies will help to protect you from chronic diseases. They are also a great source of vitamins and minerals. The fiber in fruits and veggies will help you feel full (with fewer calories) and make it easier to control your weight.
Check-ups and Screenings
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Blood Pressure. High blood pressure has no symptoms, but can cause serious and permanent damage to your body organs.
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Cholesterol Levels. This screening is most important if you or a family member has a history of heart disease.
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Colorectal Cancer. Colorectal cancer is the second most deadly form of cancer, but it doesn’t have to be. Screening can find growths before they become cancerous and detect cancer at an early stage when it is highly treatable.
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Diabetes. Diabetes (high blood sugar) can cause problems with your heart, brain, eyes, feet, kidneys, nerves, and other body parts.
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