Our current system of health care often places more focus on “illness-care” than wellness. Each of us can be part of the change that makes prevention the center of attention in our country.
Heart and lung disease, cancer and stroke are the leading causes of death in the United States. Diabetes is another disease that affects millions. America ranks third in the world for those afflicted with diabetes and it myriad complications. This is one area where we surely do not want to become number one in the world.
Healthy eating, exercise, health promotion programs (smoking cessation, weight-loss, and exercise) are crucial important aspects for good health.
Wellness also includes proactive medical care. Visiting your primary care doctor on a regular basis may help prevent problems. Early detection and treatment is very important. As we age we need to visit our doctors at least once a year, and maybe more frequently to stay healthy.
A consistent focus on “well-care” may help each of us avoid the more burdensome focus on “illness-care.”
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