Doctors have shared a series of ‘simple and quick’ changes you can make to your daily routine that could help you live longer. In a viral Reddit thread, healthcare professionals expressed frustration over how many people ignore their straightforward but essential health and fitness advice......See Full Story>>.....See Full Story>>
In response to a Reddit user’s question, “Doctors and nurses of Reddit: What is an important health tip that nobody follows?”, one clinician highlighted the importance of hygiene, saying: “It’s not enough to wash your hands only after using the toilet.
You should wash them before eating or preparing food, after coming home from anywhere, before touching a baby, and after housework or yard work. The more washing, the better.”
Another healthcare expert echoed this advice, adding: “Wash your hands before handling your contact lenses and replace your lens case regularly. As a doctor, I’ve seen terrible eye infections due to poor contact lens hygiene.”
One user emphasized the wider impact of dental care on health, saying: “Brushing your teeth affects more than you realize. After heart surgery, my uncle was told by his surgeon to keep his teeth clean.”
Another medical professional added: “Brushing your teeth is only half the battle. Flossing removes food particles between teeth and gums. If left too long, they break down, become acidic, and erode your enamel. Also, after vomiting, rinsing with warm water and bicarbonate of soda can help prevent further damage to your teeth from stomach acids.”
An ER doctor shared their top four habits for better health, including walking for 20 minutes daily, keeping up with follow-up doctor’s appointments, addressing pain or concerns promptly, and following prescribed medications. They said: “Here are my top tips from the ER:
Exercise improves your health—20 minutes of walking can make a big difference long term.
Follow up with your doctors: If I tell you to see someone, do it. Your condition may worsen if you don’t stay on top of it.
If you’ve been dealing with a problem for months, it’s usually not an emergency. The ER is for urgent care, not long-term conditions.
Take prescribed medication consistently. Many people stop taking their meds when they feel fine, but this can lead to severe consequences.
And the most important one: Don’t smoke. There’s no reason to start, and if you’re not already smoking, don’t begin. It’s hard to believe this is still an issue.”