Your forties are often called the “sweet spot” of life. You’ve gained wisdom and confidence, built stronger relationships, and found more balance between work and life. Now is the time to start paying closer attention to your health and continue to enjoy the decades to come. Here’s how:
Get Routine Care
Risks for heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and certain cancers begin to rise around age 40. Annual checkups, screenings, and healthy habits can catch problems early or stop them before they start.
- Don’t wait until it’s too late. Talk to your provider about the preventive care that's right for you. Your Health Plan covers 100% of the allowed amount for USPSTF-recommended preventive services.
Take Care of Your Back
Starting in our 40s, back pain becomes more common. About 11% of adults suffer acute pain for short periods, and 30% have pain every day, limiting their ability to do normal activities—and even go to work.
- Hinge Health Digital Physical Therapy can help provide relief now and prevent future strains. A physical therapist will develop an exercise program tailored to your needs, which you’ll follow at home using the Hinge Health app, all at no cost to you. Go to hingehealth.com/for/bledsoehealthtrust to get started or call (855) 902-2777.
78% of adults ages 40-59 have at least one chronic condition, such as hypertension, diabetes, or arthritis.
Source: CDC
Manage Diabetes
About 1 in 6 adults in their 40s and 50s has type 2 diabetes. Being overweight, having a family history of diabetes, or leading a sedentary lifestyle increases this risk. Developing healthy habits can help prevent serious complications like heart disease, kidney issues, and vision problems.
- Livongo helps participants manage diabetes with a connected blood glucose meter, real-time insights after every check, support from certified diabetes coaches, and supplies delivered to your home, all at no cost to you. For details, go to teladochealth.com/livongo/diabetes (registration code: BLEDSOE).