Wellness Quick Tip

Not all stress is bad. Stress can help protect you in a dangerous situation. But preventing and managing stress can help lower your risk for serious health problems like heart disease, high blood pressure, and depression.

You can prevent or reduce stress by:

• Planning ahead
• Deciding which tasks need to be done first
• Preparing for stressful events

Some stress is hard to avoid. You can find ways to manage stress by:

• Noticing when you feel stressed
• Taking time to relax
• Getting active and eating healthy
• Talking to friends and family