WINTER HEALTH CONCERNS Flu, Holiday Weight Gain, and Depression

WINTER HEALTH CONCERNS

Flu, Holiday Weight Gain, and Depression

INFLUENZAFlu symptoms include:

Fever

Chills

Sore throat

Cough

Fatigue

Muscle aches

VACCINATE

Get vaccinated yearly

The flu is contagious

Influenza virus can adapt

HOLIDAY WEIGHT GAIN

Incorporate exercise and diet into daily routine

DEPRESSION

The winter blues

SIGNS OF DEPRESSIONPersistent sad, anxious, or empty feelings

Loss of interest or pleasure in almost

all activities

Changes in appetite or weight

Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt

Substance abuse, or recurrent thoughts of death/suicide

WHY GO TO YOUR D.O.

Osteopathic physicians (D.O.s) are fully-licensed physicians who practice a "whole person" approach to medicine

The philosophy of patient-focused care allows D.O.s to provide comprehensive health care, while making the patient feel well cared for

D.O.s can assist patients in taking preventative health measures

Contact Information142 E. Ontario St.Chicago, IL 60611(800) 621-1773www.osteopathic.o

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