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Healthy habits to carry you through 2026

Healthy habits to carry you through 2026
Healthy habits to carry you through 2026 (Photo: iStock)

The brand new 2026 is already with us. The start of a new year offers an opportunity to reflect on health, among a host of other new year resolutions. While many people commit to ambitious resolutions, lasting improvement is more likely when goals are realistic and tailored to daily life. Effective health resolutions should focus on consistency, prevention, and balance rather than short-term fixes.

A sensible starting point is preventive healthcare. Scheduling routine medical check-ups, including blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, and age-appropriate cancer screening, allows early detection of disease and informed decision-making. Vaccinations should also be reviewed, particularly for children and the elderly. Prevention remains one of the most cost-effective and impactful health strategies.

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