Tuesday, August 08, 2006
Introduction: Black Health & Fitness Section - the National Medical Association partners with Ebony to focus on health and fitness
What is good health? Does it simply mean not being sick? is it something that you're born with? Or is it a commitment to a lifestyle that promotes being well? While all of these elements are part of a definition of good health, a personal commitment to live in a manner that promotes being well and staying well is paramount. The old adage about "an ounce of prevention" being worth "a pound of cure" rings true. But, "an ounce of education" about health is your first step to a lifetime of healthy living.
Toward that end, the National Medical Association (NMA) is pleased to partner with Ebony again this year to focus attention on health and fitness. For more than 100 years, the National Medical Association has been dedicated to reversing the negative disparities that exist between the health of African-Americans and the general population. The 22,000 African-American physicians that NMA represents are skilled experts in every medical specialty who are bringing good health within reach to millions of Americans every day. It's never too soon or too late to begin your quest toward being healthy and staying healthy and fit for life.
There are certain basic steps to take:
* Quit Smoking...
* Have Your Doctor Check Your Blood Pressure Regularly...
* Lose Weight...
* Keep Diabetes Under Control...
* Eat A Low-Fat Diet...
* Exercise Regularly...
* Pay Attention To Your Body...
* Get A Doctor -- The emergency room i s not the place to receive medical care for common illnesses. Establish a relationship with a doctor, a group practice, or a health care organization. Your doctor or health care team can get to know you and your health status. Schedule regular checkups and contact them for medical advice when problems arise.
Learn as much as you can about health -- read magazine and newspaper articles, watch special television programs that focus on health issues, listen to radio talk shows featuring health experts, attend health fairs or health programs sponsored by your church, school, or community group. And ask your doctor any questions that you have.
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