Last week, we wrote about having regular health exams. Today, we look at things we can do in checking your health at home. At Australia’s 
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Checking Your Health at Home
In addition to giving advice about other health exams, Better Health offers tips for checking your health at home:
“You can do a basic health check at home to review your health in relation to:”
* Alcohol – “People who have at least two alcohol-free days per week and stick to no more than two standard drinks per drinking day have better long-term health.”
* Dental care – “Cleaning your teeth regularly and eating a low-sugar diet can reduce your risk of tooth decay, gum disease, and tooth loss. Visit a dentist or other oral health professional at least once a year for a dental examination and professional cleaning, or more frequently as advised by your dentist.”
* Diet – “A healthy diet improves your general health and wellbeing. Have at least two servings of fruit and five serves of vegetables each day.”
* Physical activity – “Regular physical activity is good for your mental health, heart and bones, and can prevent many diseases. Aim for 30 minutes to an hour of moderate physical activity a day. Moderate physical activity takes some effort, but still allows a conversation to be held (for example, brisk walking, gentle swimming, social tennis).”
* Skin checks – “Check your skin regularly for unusual moles or freckles, and see your doctor if you notice anything unusual. People who work outdoors need a yearly examination by their doctor or a dermatologist.”
* Smoking – “Smoking increases your risk of many diseases, including heart disease, stroke, lung disease, and thin bones. If you smoke, quitting as soon as possible helps reduce the harm.”
* Weight – “Maintaining a healthy weight range helps prevent longer-term diseases, such as diabetes and arthritis.”
