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Finding a quality physician to take care of you or a loved one is simple and fast. Search our physician database to find the doctor who is right for you. Visit www.nmhs.net and click the Find a Physician tab. ONlINe Find a Physician Being overweight RISK LEVEL: 5 REASON: “If you don’t smoke, weight is the next most important risk factor for cancer,” Doyle says. “But you can eat healthy and exercise and still be overweight.” Doyle explains that a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher increases your risk for a variety of cancers, including breast cancer and colon cancer. “Current patterns of overweight and obesity in the United States could account for up to 14 percent of cancer deaths in men and 20 percent in women, and contribute to 90,000 cancer deaths each year,” she says. RECOMMENDATION: Doyle suggests calculating your BMI (visit nhlbisupport.com/bmi), and taking action if it’s 25 or higher. “Reducing your weight by just 5 to 10 percent equates to good health benefits,” she says. “You can do this by watching your portion sizes, getting 30 minutes of exercise five or more days per week and eating more fruits and vegetables to help fill you up.” photography by getty images Testing 1, 2, 3 One of the riskiest behaviors for cancer is skipping screenings, says Dennis Smith, D.O., a family medicine physician and faculty member for NMMC’s Family Medicine Residency Center. “It’s extremely important to find cancer early enough for it to be easily treatable.” Use this guide to make sure you’re up-to-date on your cancer screenings. Be sure to discuss your health and family history with your doctor. Screening FreQUencY Pap test Annually, three years after having intercourse or by age 21 Clinical breast exam Every three years during 20s and 30s, annually after 40 Mammogram Annually, after age 40 Colonoscopy Beginning at age 50 and then every 10 years for average-risk individuals Prostate exam Starting at age 50 (45 for men at high risk), discuss with your doctor what is best for you based on health and family history Source: American Cancer Society Spri ng 2013 37 http://www.nmhs.net http://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - North Mississippi

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - North Mississippi
Contents
Opening Thoughts
Brain Power
No Bones About It
You're the Star
Heart-to-Heart
Lighten Up!
Have No Fear
Work It!
What Are the Chances?
9 Symptoms Never to Ignore
When Allergies Attack
Virtual Health
Botox: A New Miracle Drug?
The Doctor Will See You Now
Catch the Spirit

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2013 - North Mississippi