October Wellness Challenge: Prevention & Screening
We’re kicking off October with a challenge that can make a real, lasting difference: Prevention & Screening. All month long, we’ll focus on the simple steps you can take—from home—to stay ahead of health problems, catch issues early, and feel your best. Everything in this challenge is online, self-paced, and designed to fit your life. Join us, invite a friend, and let’s make October the month we prioritize our future selves.
Build Your Prevention Plan (in 60 seconds)
October’s challenge starts with one simple step: get your personalized prevention plan. Instead of guessing which checkups and vaccines you need, use MyHealthfinder, a quick tool from Health.gov that gives you a custom list based on age and sex—and it works great on your phone.
Know Your Numbers: The Power of Prevention
When it comes to your health, knowledge is power—and few things are more empowering than understanding your own numbers. Prevention starts with awareness. By knowing and tracking your key health indicators, you can take meaningful steps to prevent illness, detect issues early, and live a longer, healthier life.
Know Your Numbers Tracker
Prevention starts with awareness. Your blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and body measurements can reveal a lot about your health long before symptoms appear. Tracking these numbers regularly is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to prevent disease and stay well.
Use this Know Your Numbers Tracker to record your readings, notice changes, and set small, realistic goals. Whether it’s a doctor’s visit, a community screening, or a home check, every number you track is a step toward better health.
Screenings Save Lives: Taking Charge of Your Health During Pink October
October is more than just the start of cozy sweaters and warm drinks—it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to empowering individuals to take charge of their health through early detection and prevention.
One of the most powerful tools we have in protecting our health is screening. Many serious conditions, including breast cancer, can be treated more effectively when caught early. This week, we’re focusing on the importance of preventive checkups and encouraging everyone to take one simple but impactful step: schedule a screening.