Be Physically Active Each Day
Many
chronic diseases can be prevented with modest exercise,
in some cases as simple as walking for half an hour.
There are countless opportunities for physical activity
that need not be strenuous or very time-consuming to
be beneficial.
Administration
actions
Declaring a Fee-Free Weekend
in America's National Parks and Federal Lands
Creating a HealthierUS.gov web site
Promoting the Use of Public Lands and Water
Highlighting the Rivers, Trails, and Conservation
Assistance Program
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Eat
a Nutritious Diet
Americans
should make simple adjustments to their diet and avoid
excessive portions. Increasing fruit and vegetable consumption
is a central part of a healthier diet, and good overall
nutrition lowers the risk of getting heart disease, stroke,
cancer, and osteoporosis.
Administration
actions
Enhancing the National 5
A Day for Better Health Program
Promoting Nutrition Curriculum and Education in
our Schools
Supporting the Eat Smart-Play Hard Campaign |
Get
Preventive Screenings
Americans
may be surprised to learn how a simple test like a cholesterol
screen or a blood pressure check can reveal current health
status and identify a need to adjust diet or behavior.
Administration
actions
Creating the Healthy Communities Innovation Initiative
Raising
Awareness of Diabetes Screening, especially for Women
Strengthening
and Improving Medicare
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Make
Healthy Choices
Avoid
tobacco and drugs and the abuse of alcohol and make
smart and safe choices in your everyday life.
Administration
actions
Creating a CDC Tobacco Control
Toolkit
Highlighting the Drug Free Communities Support
Program
Promoting Bicycle Safety Initiatives
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