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Wise and wonderful: the mature woman.(health maintaining tips)
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Family Self-Care Handbook
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September 1, 2005
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Copyright informationCOPYRIGHT 2005 National Women's Health Resource Center. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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Many women look and feel their best at midlife. While it's true that your body is changing, this natural process can be your stepping-stone to a healthy future, depending on the choices you make now. Learn as much as you can about this life stage and use this knowledge to do what's best for you. Here are some tips to get you started:
SAFETY
[check] Continue to be safety conscious; for example, always buckle up in the car.
[check] Use condoms to reduce risk of sexually transmitted infection.
[check] Learn the early-warning signs of heart attack and stroke in women. Call 911 immediately if you notice symptoms.
[check] Take medications exactly as ...