It you do smoke, make a plan to quit and follow it through. You can also benefit from reducing or eliminating your exposure to second hand smoke. The Department of Health unveiled a comprehensive plan last month to reduce the number of Washington residents who die prematurely due to tobacco use. The department urges Washingtonians to maintain a healthy weight. Healthful eating habits include eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables each day and reducing fat intake to less than 30 percent of the calories you get each day.
Vehicle accidents related to drunk driving are still too frequent.
Heavy drinking can also contribute to heart and liver disease, and plays a significant role in many accidental and violent deaths. Washingtonians are advised to limit alcohol consumption to one ounce per day. Firearms Firearms are used in the majority of suicides and homicides in Washington. From 1990 to 1998 firearms were used in nearly 3,000 suicides and 1,500 homicides. VanEenwyk says the best way to prevent suicide is by learning to recognize the warning signs and knowing how and where to seek help.