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TA K E F I V E / YOUR HE ALTH CHE AT SHEE T NO TIME TO ENJOY ALL OF 'THRIVE'? HERE IS THE CHEAT-SHEET VERSION WITH FIVE KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE ISSUE. 2 30 5 3 1 4 1 2 3 4 5 WOMEN, SEE TO YOUR WELLNESS SPRING AND SUMMER SAFETY FOR SCAMPS TREADMILLS FOR YOUR MIND SWEET DREAMS AHEAD Bodegas and corner delis are convenient, but choosing them for most of your grocery shopping can make it harder to maintain a healthy diet. At your neighborhood bodega, look for a Healthy Bodegas Initiative "Shop healthy here!" sign, your cue that nutritious options lie within. The key when shopping at any bodega is being selective. Taking steps to prevent health problems is the responsibility of every woman at every age. An annual well-woman visit is the time to discuss which vaccinations or screenings are right for you, as well as to air any concerns you may have with your physician. Depending on your age and risk factors, recommended preventive measures may include a vaccination, a Pap smear, screenings or a mammogram. As the weather begins to warm and you prepare for another sweltering summer with the kids out of the classroom, make sure your little ones avoid sunburn and stay safe at camps, in the water and on the playground. And don't forget, just because school's out doesn't mean boredom can't set in. No matter where your family chooses to enjoy summer weather and activities, find ways to keep the kids supervised and engaged as they explore and experience the community. Keeping your brain active can improve mental function at every stage of life and help ward off Alzheimer's disease or stroke as you age. Activities such as reading, writing, solving puzzles and playing mind-challenging games increase blood flow to the brain and build neural connections that aid thinking, decision-making, memory and mental flexibility. Interacting with other people also provides healthy mental stimulation, as does participating in cultural activities. An estimated 90 different sleep disorders keep almost 70 million Americans awake at night, preventing them from getting the rest that is essential for good health. A lack of sleep can leave you feeling drowsy and mentally sluggish and can also raise your risk for some serious diseases and health problems. A sleep specialist can help by studying your sleeping patterns and recommending treatments to reduce symptoms. To learn more about seasonal safety for children, see "Safety after School's Out" on page 16. To learn more about the beneļ¬ts of exercising your brain, see "Keep Playing Those Mind Games" on page 18. hrive MAKE THE BODEGA YOUR BUDDY To learn more about making healthy choices at your neighborhood bodega or corner deli, see "Bodegas & Your Body" on page 7. To learn more about health screenings for women, see "Prevention and the Well Woman" on page 8. S P RIN G 2 013 / / W W W.N Y M .O R G To learn more about sleep disorders, see "Putting Sleep Disorders to Bed" on page 27.