Don’t Skip Health Checks Keeping up with regular healthcare provider visits and health screenings is also an important part of warding off health issues as we age. Early detec- tion of problems such as hearing or vision loss and elevated blood pressure or blood glucose levels can help prevent bigger concerns later.
Drink to Your Health Finally, Cameron notes that hydration is an issue many people forget about as they get older but one that should not be ignored: “Dehydration can lead to falls and also impact the management of chronic conditions, so drinking small amounts of water throughout the day is very important.”