Stay Healthy in the New Year and Beyond

With the winter season in full swing, it's hard to stay healthy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has some tips to help keep you healthy during the cold months and beyond:

1. Wash your hands often to keep avoid spreading germs and getting sick.

2. Bundle up to stay dry and warm.

3. Manage stress. Don't overcommit yourself, and keep holiday spending in check.

4. Don't drink and drive or let others drink and drive.

5. Be smoke-free. Avoid smoking and second-hand smoke.

6. Fasten seat belts while driving or riding in a motor vehicle. Always buckle your child in the car using a child safety seat, booster seat or seat belt according to his/her height, weight and age.

7. Monitor children. Keep potentially dangerous toys, food, drinks, household items and other objects out of kids' reach. Make sure toys are used properly.

8. Practice fire safety. Most residential fires occur during the winter months, so be careful to never leave fireplaces, space heaters, stoves or candles unattended. Have an emergency plan, and practice it regularly.

9. Prepare food safely. Remember these simple steps: wash hands and surfaces often, avoid cross-contamination, cook foods to proper temperatures and refrigerate promptly.

10. Eat healthy, and get moving. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Limit your portion sizes and foods high in fat and sugar. Be active for at least two and a half hours a week and help kids and teens be active for at least one hour a day.

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