Physiology

General health can be defined as the state of physical, social, and mental well-being. According to the CDC, health is more than just the absence of a disease; it is a resource that allows us to recognize our aspirations, satisfy our needs and cope with the environment. Health and well-being grants us to live long, productive, and fruitful lives. Ultimately, health enables social, economic and personal development which is fundamental to well-being. It all starts with your health. There are numerous ways to jumpstart your health journey - and some you may already be practicing! Good health is something that we should strive for, not just individually, but as a community. Here are some engaging ways to focus on your health:

• Personal hygiene and handwashing

• Becoming one with the environment - exploring the outdoors, traveling, taking a hike

• Human interaction - talking with a friend or neighbor on the phone, organizing a virtual group hangout, visiting close family and friends

• Check in with your Primary Care Physician regularly for preventive exams, vaccinations and treatments

• Reward yourself - watch a new movie, buy a new comfortable sweater, visit your favorite restaurant

• Try new things - visit a museum, cook with new recipe, attend a yoga class

Here are a few resources that can help you on your journey with health:

• CDC Healthy Living

• World Health Organization: Promote Health