Strategies for Healthy Aging

There may not be a magic pill to address the aging process, but simple lifestyle changes could help you feel better and, hopefully, live longer. "The earlier you start, the better," says family physician Samuel Silao, MD. "Developing healthy habits can help lower your risk for developing chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes and cancer."

Dr. Silao offers these tips:

1. Don't smoke.
2. Limit alcohol consumption.
3. Adopt a healthy, balanced diet.
4. Be more active and exercise regularly.
5. Develop healthy coping mechanisms to deal with stress.
6. Get enough sleep.
7. Visit your doctor for recommended screenings.

Samuel Silao, MD

Schedule Your Checkup
Physicals and preventive screenings are a good idea at any age, but are important especially as you get older. To make an appointment with a physician, please call Direct Doctors^SM Plus at 1-800-851-9780.

An "Advantage" of Aging
If you're age 50 or older, our Senior Advantage program is for you! Members are entitled to discounts on meals in the hospital cafeteria and invitations to special events. You'll also receive a special card that could net you savings on prescription drugs. To sign up, print and follow the instructions here.

Lancaster Community Hospital, 43830 N. 10th Street West, Lancaster, CA 93534 Phone: 661-948-4781