Healthy Habits is the theme of this year’s Men’s Health Week which runs from 12 to 18 June. So we have put our minds together at Western Victoria Primary Health Network to come up with five healthy habits you can start this week.
Each day, we will release a new healthy habit that will help with physical and/or mental health and wellbeing.
In the meantime, if you want to find out more about Men’s Health Week and events across Australia, visit the official Men’s Health Week website.
Number 1Switch Off to Sleep Well Turn off your phone and any other devices one hour before going to bed to help you get a better night’s sleep. For more information on how to improve your sleep habits, visit the Better Health Channel. |
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Number 2Exercise with a Friend Set up a time each week to exercise with a friend. It could be a trip to the gym, a jog or even a walk around a local park. For more exercise tips, see the Healthdirect website. |
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Number 3Book in for a GP Check-up Phone your GP to book in your next check-up. Regular skin checks, prostate checks and bowel screens can help with early detection of diseases. Find out more about the importance of regular health checks from the Better Health Channel |
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Number 4Try a New Recipe Set aside a day each week to cook a new recipe using some of your favourite fresh vegetables. For more details on healthy eating, visit the Better Health Channel
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Number 5Phone a Friend
Instead of scrolling social media or just texting, call one of your friends each week to have a chat on the phone.
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