The summer’s winding down and fall will be here before we know it—and that means it’s time to head back to school. While this is an exciting time of year—new classes and teachers, new sneakers, reuniting with old friends and making new ones—grown-ups and children can both start to feel some pressure as a new school year begins.
You need a break, whether you're heading upta camp, spending a week at the beach, exploring Baxter State Park or flying to explore a new part of the country. Taking some time off has immediate benefits and just might make you healthier in the long run.
Consider a woman who just beat breast cancer. She finished her treatment then lost her primary care provider—and couldn’t find a new one. So, she tried navigating the healthcare system alone but found it impossible to get referrals for ongoing screenings, preventive care or even advice to stay healthy.
Remember when Ross whitened his teeth so much on Friends that they glowed in the dark? His date wasn’t impressed—and yours won’t be either—but that doesn’t mean you can ignore oral care. Taking care of your pearly whites helps you look good in photos and might even lead to a healthier life.
You might feel great. You might never get so much as a cold. So, perhaps you don’t think you need to have a regular doctor to call if you do get sick.
