Abstract: . . .  favorite restaurant or take in the sun- set while dining on your patio. Be sure to visit your doctor regularly and exercise daily, too. According to the National Institutes of Health, regular exerciseeven something as simple as taking a walkhelps people with osteo- arthritis improve their joint health and reduce pain and disability. Exercise will also help reduce your risk for heart disease and other conditions. Talk with your doctor about an exercise routine thats right for you. Stay safe. Examine the design of your home with injury prevention in mind. Does the bathroom shower have grab bars? Are there electrical cords or clutter in walkways that might cause you to fall? Visit the AARP online at www.aarp.org/ life/homedesign for home design checklists. . . .
. . .  opportunities. Bon P lanning to travel to an exotic destination this year? Whether youre taking a cruise or long flight, heres how to have a healthy and enjoyable vacation. Pack smart. Remember to pack all your medications in your carry- on bag, and dont forget over-the- counter antidiarrheal medicine and an antibacterial hand sanitizer. Know what your insurance will cover overseas, too. Get vaccinated. Find out what vaccinations you might need for your destination by visiting the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC) Web site, www.cdc.gov , and clicking on Travelers Health. Stretch regularly. Deep-vein thrombosis is a life-threatening condition that can occur when a  . . .
. . .  step; call your doctor if symptoms stop after a short time; if symptoms continue for more than 15 minutes, call emer- gency medical services. When its your heart , experience and secondscount. To learn more about Fairview Hospitals Chest Pain Center and its services, call toll-free at 877/234-FITT (3488) or visit www.fairviewhospital.org . Its a Heart Attack : Now What? Chest Pain Center receives national recognition Fairview Lakewood Lutheran Symptoms to Recognize Dont ignore these warning signs of a heart attack : abnormal sweating lightheadedness or dizziness nausea or vomiting pressure, tightness, squeez- ing or pain in the chest, arm, shoulder, neck or jaw shortness of breath . . .
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