 I was sitting outside in the sun recently and I noticed that a spot on my skin looked different than it normally does. In that moment, it struck me that I hadn’t been to a dermatologist in a really long time. I panicked and quickly scheduled a visit.
If you’re like me, you probably avoided going to specialists or even your primary care doctor because of the pandemic. But now it’s time to stop delaying checkups, especially if you’re vaccinated. So what appointments or health screenings should you tackle first? This week, reporter Nicole Pajer shared the things you should do ASAP if you haven’t been to a doctor in a while.
I now have a bunch of appointments lined up and I feel relieved that I’m being proactive about my health. I highly encourage you to do the same!
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You Oughta Know  Need some hard evidence that the COVID-19 vaccines are doing their job? Look no further. Reporter Julia Ries broke down some amazing stats that are too good to ignore. Share this with anyone who is still hesitant to get their shot.
A Minute And Change Got a spare minute? Use it to change your life. Our “A Minute And Change” series will help you become happier, healthier and more productive by doing one thing a little differently. This week’s tip comes from lifestyle physician Alkta Patel on how to prioritize and organize your tasks each day:
I look at my to-do list every morning and convert this into a two-by-two matrix to make 4D decisions. Write your tasks in the best quadrant: Do – Defer – Delegate – Delete.
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Before You Go... Read this article on Naomi Osaka and how success doesn’t matter when it comes to struggling with your mental health. The tennis star is just one of many examples where compassion evaporates the second someone publicly discusses their well-being. Bravo to her for bravely speaking up.
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