Five Minutes for Health

Take steps in just minutes to maintain or improve your health. Take 5! Or less! Small changes that only take a little time can go a long way to improve or maintain good health. In Five Minutes or Less, You Can: Wash hands Handwashing is one of the best things we can do to keep from getting sick and avoid spreading germs to others. Learn when and how to wash your hands the recommended way. Buckle up Seat belts reduce serious crash-related injuries and deaths by about half. Seat belt use is the most effective way to save lives and reduce injuries in crashes. Get the facts about seat belts. Protect your skin Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. To protect your skin use a sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher, seek shade, cover up and avoid indoor tanning. Read food labels Look at nutrition labels to know what you're eating. See how much fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and other ingredients are in your food. Find a site near you Find STD testing near you to know your status. Test your smoke alarm Test your smoke alarm once a month to make sure it works properly. Replace the batteries if needed during the time change each spring and fall. Listen to a health podcast CDC offers many podcasts on a variety of topics. Listen to them for health and safety information. Know the signs and symptoms of a heart attack and stroke Every year about 735,000 Americans have a heart attack. Learn the symptoms of a heart attack and stroke.  These tips are just a few of the many things you can do in five minutes or less. Learn more small steps you can take to improve your health.