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Having a Safe Pregnancy Birth defects are often influenced by environmental factors while the baby is developing in the mother’s womb. Some birth defects can be diagnosed, and even treated, before birth, and some are preventable. Every expectant mother should take the following precautions to reduce
her baby’s risk of developing birth defects:
Visit the doctor if planning to conceive for a pre-pregnancy checkup
Obtain prenatal care
Don’t smoke
Avoid alcohol and other drugs
Take a daily multivitamin containing 400 mcg of folic acid
Do not eat undercooked meat
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medication,
including over-the-counter products
If suffering from diabetes, do your best to keep blood sugar levels
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American Diabetes Alert Day (26) – www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/programs/alert-day
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Eat Right With a busy life, it can be easy to resort to fast food and pre-packaged goodies to get through each day. Unfortunately, a lot of these foods are unhealthy and carry empty calories.
Don’t let your lifestyle harm your health. Follow these tips to squeeze a nutritious diet into your life:
Eat breakfast every morning Take a healthy snack to work with you each day Plan as many home-cooked meals each week as possible Drink water instead of soda at least once a day
Choose roasted, baked, broiled or steamed foods over fried
Avoid high-calorie condiments (mayo, butter, salad dressing, etc.) Choose whole-grain breads, crackers or tortillas when possible Watch your portion sizes—restaurant portions are often at least two
serving sizes, so don’t be afraid to ask for a to-go box when you’re full Review restaurant menus online ahead of time—if you decide what
you’re going to order before you arrive, you’ll be less tempted to order
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National Senior Health and Fitness Day® (29) – www.fitnessday.com National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (19) – www.banyantreeproject.org
National Stuttering Awareness Week (13-19) – www.stutteringhelp.org
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Cancer Survivors Life after cancer is a growing reality for a number of people who are now described as cancer survivors, rather than victims. However, there is significant emotional, physical and financial stress associated with fighting cancer, and survivors may have trouble coping with the aftermath of a cancer battle.
If you are struggling with the stress of being a cancer survivor, seek out support in the following ways:
Consider seeing a therapist or counselor Attend a support group Discuss your feelings with family and close friends and ask for support
Seek out local and online resources, such as online support groups,
community organizations, church groups or social services Get at least 30 minutes of exercise daily Maintain a healthy diet Follow up with your physician regularly
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Firework Safety Fireworks are a staple of many Fourth of July and other celebrations, but can be dangerous. Since fireworks and sparklers burn at high temperatures, they can cause burns, blindness and other injury. Remember to take the following precautions to ensure your special event is safe
and accident-free: Do not use fireworks or sparklers indoors Check your local laws to ensure that fireworks are legal in your area Keep water close at hand Follow directions and use fireworks as intended Do not use homemade fireworks
Keep spectators far away, and wear safety goggles when handling
fireworks Do not use fireworks under the influence of alcohol Never give sparklers to young children Do not try to relight a firework that didn’t ignite properly Point fireworks away from people, homes, trees, etc. Soak all firework debris in water before throwing away
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The Benefits of Breastfeeding
The personal decision to breastfeed is just one of the many decisions you need to make during your pregnancy. Both breast milk and formula will help a baby grow, but experts universally
agree that when it comes to feeding an infant, breast milk is best—it is the perfect source of nutrition for a baby’s optimal growth and development. Here are a few of the benefits of breastfeeding:
Babies are better able to fight off infection and disease Premature infants develop better when breast-fed than those who are
formula-fed
Nursing is good for the development of a baby’s jaw, encouraging the growth of straight, healthy teeth
Physical contact is important to newborns, and nursing helps them feel safe and comforted
Mothers burn calories by nursing Nursing is convenient and economical
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National Women’s Health and Fitness Day (25) – www.fitnessday.com
World Rabies Day (28) – www.worldrabiesday.org Family Health and Fitness Day USA(r) (28) – www.fitnessday.com
World Heart Day (29) – www.worldheart.org National Yoga Awareness Month – www.yogamonth.org
National ITP Awareness Month – www.pdsa.org/resources/itp-awareness-month.html
National Rehabilitation Awareness Celebration (15-21) – www.nraf-rehabnet.org
National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (27) – www.napwa.org/
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Whole Grains Month
Many people consume fewer whole grains than are needed for a healthy diet—from eating sandwiches on white bread to the standard hamburger buns served in restaurants, whole grains are forgotten all too often. In addition to providing the nutrients necessary for the overall health and maintenance of your body, whole grains can reduce your risk of many chronic
diseases. Here are some ways to get the recommended 3 to 5 servings of whole grains daily:
Whole wheat, bran, oat or multigrain breads, cereals, muffins, bagels
and rolls
Whole grain oatmeal (it provides four grams of fiber per serving) Whole grain waffles or pancakes Use whole wheat flour in place of all-purpose flour Cook with whole grain pasta, brown rice or bulgur (cracked wheat) Snack on multigrain, rye or whole grain crackers