Take Your Medicine
Don’t make your doctor try to figure out if you’ve been taking your meds or not. If your medications are giving you unfortunate side effects, bring those concerns up with your doctor. Having a conversation and developing a plan is much better than ignoring the problem.
Know What Medicines You’re Taking and Why
Know the reasoning behind your medications and what side effects come with them.
Listen to Your Body
If you aren’t feeling well, or if anything changes after you start a new medication or treatment, notify your doctor right away. Better safe than sorry!
Wear Sun Protection Factor (SPF)
Seriously. Wear SPF on your face and body every single day — even in the winter or when it’s cloudy out. Your skin will thank you.
Know That Your Health Takes a Team Effort
You and your doctor are both responsible for your health. If you don’t take care of yourself, you can’t expect your doctor to have a quick fix for your ailments.
Health Care HAS Improved over the Past Few Decades
Take comfort in the fact that there are now more cures and groundbreaking research to help you and millions more humans than ever.
It’s Never Too Late (or Too Early) to Start Taking Care of Yourself
Just because you didn’t take care of yourself from an early age doesn’t mean you can’t start now. And if you’re on the younger side, why not start building a healthy lifestyle today? You’re doing your future self a favor.
Keep Your Own Medical History
Yes, all of this information is on file at your doctor’s office. But you should be familiar with your medical history and your family’s, too. Knowing what has happened in your past and what may come in your future is smart and proactive.
Am I a Candidate?
Determine if you are at risk for developing or already have symptoms for venous disease.