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Do you have a Health Care Directive?
A health care directive (sometimes called a living will or advance directive) is authorization you give in advance about the kinds of health care you want or do not want if you cannot speak for yourself. Protect your right to make your own medical choices. For a free copy of a Minnesota Health Care Directive workbook and form, call Fairview On Call at 612-672-7272 or access a form online
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The skin you're in
As the weather warms and outdoor activities increase, be sure you know the risks of sun damage to your skin. Take this quiz
to find out how much you know about protecting your skin from the dangers of sun exposure.
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Your strong support
Sitting, standing, moving...your back
supports you all day, every day. Take this quiz
to find out how much you know about taking care of your back.
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Depression takes a high toll
Difficulty concentrating, constant fatigue, a lingering feeling of the "blues" -- these are signs that suggest you should ask your doctor about treatment for depression. To test your knowledge on the topic, take this quiz
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Prostate problems are common in men 50 and older.
Click here and take this quiz
based on information from the National Institute on Aging, to find out how much you know about the prostate.
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Keep track of your medicines
“My Medicine List,” is a handy form to help you, your doctors and other caregivers ensure your health safety and well-being. List your prescriptions, over-the counter meds, herbals, immunizations, drug interactions and other information related to your health on a form that folds up into a credit card size. Call 612-672-7274 or click here
to download your own.
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Be a happy couple
Loving gestures, private nicknames, and other forms of endearment help create an enduring bond between two life partners. Authors Carol Bruess and Anna Kudak share the stories, habits, and activities they've collected from everyday couples in the new Fairview Press
book, "What Happy Couples Do."
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Sleep for the health of it
Everyone needs adequate sleep but do you know why it's so important? Take this quiz
to see how much you know.
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Take care of your voice
Coughs, cold viruses, dry air...even overuse at the stadium...can take a toll on your voice. Visit the Fairview Voice Center
for a fact sheet with tips on protecting your voice.
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