Health and Wellness
Issues
Important Links to Understand Healthcare Reform Proposals
Read the Senate Democrat Healthcare Bill
$2.5 Trillion: The Facts on the Senate Democrat's Healthcare Reform Bill
Letter from Congressional Budget Office on cost of Senate Democrat healthcare bill
Senate Joint Committee on Taxation's cost analysis of Democrat healthcare bill
Letter from Senate Democrats demanding 72 hours to read and analyze healthcare bill before a vote
Health and Wellness 101
Congress is debating comprehensive healthcare plans that deliver accessible, quality care. I agree with that goal, but I disagree with a government-takeover of our health care, which is what many are proposing, including the President. Read more about how we can cut healthcare costs dramatically.
Exercising, eating healthy foods, and practicing preventive care are real ways to ensure that your healthcare costs stay low. Below is a comprehensive list of links to federal government resources that can help you stay fit and healthy.
Health and Wellness Information
www.healthfinder.gov : The homepage for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services wellness website.
www.healthfinder.gov/prevention : This page includes information on eating healthy, physical activity, getting screened, smoking cessation, and weight management.
www.fitness.gov : The homepage for the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. Provides information on health, physical activity, fitness and sports.
Healthy Eating Tips
Eat as many whole foods as possible, avoid processed food, know the recommendations for a nutritional and balanced diet.
www.health.gov/dietaryguidelines/ : Dietary guidelines published by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA).
www.mypyramid.gov/pyramid/index/html : Department of Agriculture's food pyramid information.
www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/foodlab.html : How to use and understand nutrition labels.
Being Physically Active Pays
www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/health/index.html : The benefits of physical activity for everyone.
www.health.gov/paguidelines/guidelines/summary.aspx : U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines.
www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/guidelines/index.html : How much physical activity do you need?
www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/getactive/index/html : Adding physical activity to your life.
Sleep Matters
www.cdc.gov/sleep/how_much_sleep.htm : Sleep pays an important role in a healthy lifestyle. How much do you need?
Get Screened for Preventive Health
www.healthfinder.gov/prevention/ViewTopic.aspx?topicID=20&areaID=1 : Find out how to be proactive in your healthcare.
