Live Well

This is the perfect opportunity to work on your self-improvement goals. If you’ve had trouble keeping your resolutions in the past, here are some tried-and-true ways to make them stick.

For a healthy heart, sleep more, eat well and stress less. You probably already know you can support a healthy heart by eating a nutritious diet and exercising regularly.

Take steps to manage your diabetes If you have Type 2 diabetes, you’re not alone. About 11 percent of Americans have diabetes. Of those, 90 – 95 percent have Type 2. With proper care, you can manage your diabetes and live your best life. Monitor your A1C levels. Get other routine blood tests as directed by your doctor. Take care of your eyes with routine vision screenings. Take medicines as prescribed.

Reducing chronic pain can get you back to the important things in life. If you’re living with chronic pain, it probably affects your daily activities. By arming yourself with information about the best ways to deal with your pain, you can still lead a rich, full life. There are many options and resources available.