Depression:
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends screening all adults for depression if appropriate professionals are available for accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and follow-up (36).
Sleep:
A regular sleep schedule and adequate rest of 6-9 hours per night is recommended. Avoid erratic sleep patterns which can put one at higher risk for premature heart disease or cancer.
Awareness:
Keep a watchful eye for unusual changes of the body. Many people have come to see their doctor after a certain concerning problem has been going on for a year or more after the problem has become much worse. Look for wounds that are not healing, skin problems, ongoing cough, persistent shortness of breath, ongoing pain, lasting fevers, unexplained weight loss, lumps and other new problems which do not go away.