Springmoor Health and Fitness Director
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| Kari Richie |
Wellness is more than the absence of disease or sickness. It
is an
active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a healthy and
fulfilling life. If we embrace this process and educate ourselves, we are
choosing to live a lifestyle of prevention rather than treatment.
One very easy, simple way to prevent disease is to keep on
top of health exams and screenings that can help detect issues before they become
serious problems. Checkups can also help find problems early, when your chances
for treatment and a cure are better. By getting the right health services,
screenings and treatments, you are taking steps that help your chances for
living a longer, healthier life. Your age, health and family history, lifestyle
choices (i.e. what you eat, how active you are, whether you smoke) and other
important factors impact what and how often you need healthcare.
