COMMUNITY HEALTH GUIDE PAID ADVERTISEMENT Your Spring Health To-Do List: Know What to Prioritize This Season As the weather warms up and the days grow longer, many people use spring as a time for renewal and fresh starts. But while you're spring cleaning your home, have you consid- ered doing the same for your health? Seasonal changes can impact everything from al- lergies to mental well-being, making it the perfect time to focus on preventive care and healthy habits. Here's our list of priority items you should consider to keep your health in check this spring: 1. Schedule Your Annual Wellness Visit or Physical Spring serves as a great re- minder to check in with your primary care provider if you haven't already this year. An annual wellness visit or phys- ical helps you stay on top of routine screenings, vaccina- tions, and a review of any up- dates with chronic conditions, if you have any. If you haven't scheduled yours yet, now is the time! Outdoor Activities With longer days and warmer temperatures, spring is the perfect time to get active. Whether it's walking, biking, or gardening, outdoor move- ment helps boost cardio- vascular health and mental well-being. Just remember to wear sunscreen and stay hy- 4. Stay Hydrated and Refresh Your Nutrition Spring is the perfect season to refresh your diet. Try incorpo- rating seasonal fruits and veg- etables such as strawberries, asparagus, and leafy greens into your meals. Even better 2. Determine Allergy Management Options and Stay Ahead of Allergy Season Spring brings blooming flow-drated! ers and fresh air, but it also comes with pollen and sea- sonal allergies for many of us. If you're prone to sneezing, congestion, or itchy eyes, con- sider things like checking local pollen counts before heading out, keeping windows closed during peak allergy times, or talking to your provider about allergy management options. 3. Take Advantage of the Extra Sunlight with stop by a local farmer's mar- ket to grab those fresh items. Staying hydrated is equally important, so aim for at least eight glasses of water a day. 5. Check In on Your Mental proving your sleep, managing Health Brighter days can improve mood, but if you're still feel- ing stressed or overwhelmed, it's important to take pro- active steps for your mental health. Prioritize self-care by setting aside time to relax, en- gage in hobbies, and connect with loved ones. If you're still struggling, your PCP can pro- vide you with resources and referrals for mental health support. If you don't have a PCP, Heyl Family Practice would love to help. 6. Update Your Health Goals Spring can be a great time to reassess and reset your health goals. Take in consideration the progress you've made so far this year. Whether it's im- Have you scheduled your annual physical yet? We can help with that. stress, or adopting a more balanced diet, setting small, achievable goals throughout the year can lead to long-term health benefits. Make Your Health a Priority This Spring Spring is a time of renewal- make sure your health is part of that refresh. If you're due for a check-up or have any health concerns, now is the perfect time to connect with your primary care provider. Heyl Family Practice is here to help you stay on track with your health goals. Schedule your visit today! 1020 Center Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15229 412-931-3066 GENESIS MEDICAL ASSOCIATES, INC. A TRADITION OF QUALIT HEYL FAMILY PRACTICE 2024* BEST OF THE best GOLD TRIBE ALLEGHE TH amily Practice Call us today! (412) 931-3066 adno=371811 COMMUNITY HEALTH GUIDE PAID ADVERTISEMENT Your Spring Health To - Do List : Know What to Prioritize This Season As the weather warms up and the days grow longer , many people use spring as a time for renewal and fresh starts . But while you're spring cleaning your home , have you consid- ered doing the same for your health ? Seasonal changes can impact everything from al- lergies to mental well - being , making it the perfect time to focus on preventive care and healthy habits . Here's our list of priority items you should consider to keep your health in check this spring : 1. Schedule Your Annual Wellness Visit or Physical Spring serves as a great re- minder to check in with your primary care provider if you haven't already this year . An annual wellness visit or phys- ical helps you stay on top of routine screenings , vaccina- tions , and a review of any up- dates with chronic conditions , if you have any . If you haven't scheduled yours yet , now is the time ! Outdoor Activities With longer days and warmer temperatures , spring is the perfect time to get active . Whether it's walking , biking , or gardening , outdoor move- ment helps boost cardio- vascular health and mental well - being . Just remember to wear sunscreen and stay hy- 4. Stay Hydrated and Refresh Your Nutrition Spring is the perfect season to refresh your diet . Try incorpo- rating seasonal fruits and veg- etables such as strawberries , asparagus , and leafy greens into your meals . Even better 2. Determine Allergy Management Options and Stay Ahead of Allergy Season Spring brings blooming flow - drated ! ers and fresh air , but it also comes with pollen and sea- sonal allergies for many of us . If you're prone to sneezing , congestion , or itchy eyes , con- sider things like checking local pollen counts before heading out , keeping windows closed during peak allergy times , or talking to your provider about allergy management options . 3. Take Advantage of the Extra Sunlight with stop by a local farmer's mar- ket to grab those fresh items . Staying hydrated is equally important , so aim for at least eight glasses of water a day . 5. Check In on Your Mental proving your sleep , managing Health Brighter days can improve mood , but if you're still feel- ing stressed or overwhelmed , it's important to take pro- active steps for your mental health . Prioritize self - care by setting aside time to relax , en- gage in hobbies , and connect with loved ones . If you're still struggling , your PCP can pro- vide you with resources and referrals for mental health support . If you don't have a PCP , Heyl Family Practice would love to help . 6. Update Your Health Goals Spring can be a great time to reassess and reset your health goals . Take in consideration the progress you've made so far this year . Whether it's im- Have you scheduled your annual physical yet ? We can help with that . stress , or adopting a more balanced diet , setting small , achievable goals throughout the year can lead to long - term health benefits . Make Your Health a Priority This Spring Spring is a time of renewal- make sure your health is part of that refresh . If you're due for a check - up or have any health concerns , now is the perfect time to connect with your primary care provider . Heyl Family Practice is here to help you stay on track with your health goals . Schedule your visit today ! 1020 Center Ave. Pittsburgh , PA 15229 412-931-3066 GENESIS MEDICAL ASSOCIATES , INC . A TRADITION OF QUALIT HEYL FAMILY PRACTICE 2024 * BEST OF THE best GOLD TRIBE ALLEGHE TH amily Practice Call us today ! ( 412 ) 931-3066 adno = 371811