Weekly Health Tips

Diabetes is a disease the affects many people. It’s also a disease that continues to grow among the U.S. population. Spend a little time this November learning about diabetes. USFHP wants you to be aware of the symptoms and signs of the disease, but also how to prevent it!

October is breast cancer awareness month – a perfect time to learn about the prevention, risk factors, and screening methods. Breast cancer affects many people. Aside from skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. Most cases of breast cancer are found in women over the age of 50, but younger women are also affected by breast cancer. About 11% of new cases of breast cancer are found in women younger than 45 years of age. Very rarely, breast cancer is also found in men.

Celebrate the coming of fall by adding some more vegetables and fruits to your plate! If you're like most Americans, you probably aren't getting enough of this nutrient and vitamin-packed food group. It turns out that only 1% of American adults and 2% of children meet BOTH their fruit and vegetable intake recommendations each day. US Family Health Plan would like to encourage all members to eat a nutritious (and delicious) diet — one that is rich with a variety of fruits and vegetables.

Mental health is the combination of how we think, act, and feel. Staying mentally healthy is important for everyone, at every stage of life. Unfortunately, this can be a challenge, especially during tough times. Whatever our situation, we are all at risk of stress given the demands of daily life and the challenges it brings - at home, at work, and in life. The good news is that you can do so many things to improve and maintain your mental health. Mental Health America, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting well-being, identifies the following ten tools to improve mental health: