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MEN'S HEALTHAND WELLNESS ::
Top 10 List of Men’s Health Threats -
Page 1
Community Health Programs -
Page 4
Calendar of Events - Page 5
Celiac Disease - Page 5
September is …
Prostate Cancer Awareness
Month - Page 3
Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
Month - Page 2
Healthy Lifestyle and 3-4-4::
The Secret of Tofu - Page 7
Prostate Cancer Awareness
Month - Page 3
Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
Month - Page 2
Healthy Lifestyle and 3-4-4::
The Secret of Tofu - Page 7
Cayenne Wellness Center
208 South Louise Street
Glendale, CA 91205
818.377.5120
carolyn@cayennewellness.org
URL: www.cayennewellness.org
Open Sunday - Friday by appointment only
Quote:
In order to change, we must be sick and tired of being sick and tired.
~Author Unknown
208 South Louise Street
Glendale, CA 91205
818.377.5120
carolyn@cayennewellness.org
URL: www.cayennewellness.org
Open Sunday - Friday by appointment only
Quote:In order to change, we must be sick and tired of being sick and tired.
~Author Unknown
Men's Health &
Wellness …
PREVENTION
Do you know the greatest threats to men’s health? The list is surprisingly short - and prevention pays off. Consider this top 10 list of men’s health threats and then take steps to reduce your risks.
NUMBER 1 - HEART DISEASE. Heart disease is a leading men's health threat. Take charge of heart health by making healthier lifestyle choices.
NUMBER 2 - CANCER. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths among men — mostly due to cigarette smoking.
NUMBER 3 - INJURIES. The leading cause of fatal accidents among men is motor vehicle crashes.
NUMBER 4 - STROKE. You can't control some stroke risk factors, such as family
Wellness …
PREVENTION
Do you know the greatest threats to men’s health? The list is surprisingly short - and prevention pays off. Consider this top 10 list of men’s health threats and then take steps to reduce your risks.
NUMBER 1 - HEART DISEASE. Heart disease is a leading men's health threat. Take charge of heart health by making healthier lifestyle choices.
NUMBER 2 - CANCER. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths among men — mostly due to cigarette smoking.
NUMBER 3 - INJURIES. The leading cause of fatal accidents among men is motor vehicle crashes.
NUMBER 4 - STROKE. You can't control some stroke risk factors, such as family
history, age and race. But you can control other contributing factors.
NUMBER 5 - CHRONIC
OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD). To prevent COPD, Don't smoke and avoid exposure to secondhand smoke; minimize exposure to chemicals and air pollution.
NUMBER 6 - TYPE 2 DIABETES. Type 2 diabetes — the most common type of diabetes — affects the way your body uses blood sugar (glucose). Possible complications of type 2 diabetes include heart disease, blindness, nerve damage and kidney damage.
NUMBER 7 - FLU. Influenza is a common viral infection. Increase your immune system.
NUMBER 8 - SUICIDE. An important risk factor for suicide among men is depression.
NUMBER 9 - KIDNEY DISEASE. Kidney failure is often a complication of diabetes or high blood pressure.
NUMBER 5 - CHRONIC
OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD). To prevent COPD, Don't smoke and avoid exposure to secondhand smoke; minimize exposure to chemicals and air pollution.
NUMBER 6 - TYPE 2 DIABETES. Type 2 diabetes — the most common type of diabetes — affects the way your body uses blood sugar (glucose). Possible complications of type 2 diabetes include heart disease, blindness, nerve damage and kidney damage.
NUMBER 7 - FLU. Influenza is a common viral infection. Increase your immune system.
NUMBER 8 - SUICIDE. An important risk factor for suicide among men is depression.
NUMBER 9 - KIDNEY DISEASE. Kidney failure is often a complication of diabetes or high blood pressure.
NUMBER 10 - ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
Do everything you can do to lead a healthy lifestyle. We can assist you in increasing your odds of living a long, healthy life. Call us at 818 377 5120 and ask us how.
Do everything you can do to lead a healthy lifestyle. We can assist you in increasing your odds of living a long, healthy life. Call us at 818 377 5120 and ask us how.
- Don’t smoke or use other tobacco products. Avoid exposure to secondhand smoke.
- Eat a healthy diet rich in vegetables and fruit, whole grain and fiber.
- Include physical activity in your daily routine.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Avoid caffeine, nicotine, alcohol and sugar.
- Manage stress and anger control.
- Consult your doctor for cancer screenings.
- Wear your seat belts.
- Follow the speed limit.
- Don’t drive under the influence and
don’t drive while sleepy. - Stay socially active.
