Prevention US - July 2025

YOUR JULY TO-DO LIST

CHECK OFF THE ONES YOU GET DONE.

HEED THE HEAT

TAKE THESE STEPS TO PROTECT YOURSELF AS EARTH GETS HOTTER.

TEST YOUR GUT-HEALTH SMARTS

QUIZ TIME! CIRCLE THE BEST OPTION.

TEST YOUR GUT-HEALTH SMARTS

YOUR GOOD-MORNING MEAL

ENJOY AND STAY FULL 'TIL LUNCH.

PREVENTION PICKS

CHECK OFF THE ONES YOU WANT TO SNAG OR GIFT.

BABY YOUR BACK

Is yours tight or achy? Are you in need of a reset after a stressful day? Child's pose may help. This static stretch promotes flexibility, fosters harmony through the mindbody connection, and can help improve overall mobility.

5 MYTHS ABOUT SKIN CANCER

We're shining a bright UV light on some confusing issues—now you'll be totally covered this summer.

THE UPSHOT Melatonin

Lots of people pop a gummy to sleep, but should you?

CHALLENGE: Stay Informed (Without Getting Overwhelmed)

Mindful ways to deal with a tsunami of bad news

THE HAPPY HIP WORKOUT

Don't wait to feel an ache to start shoring up these all-important joints.

Live Longer and love it!

We asked a bunch of seniors who are enjoying their here and now (along with experts in mental and physical health) for secrets to living happily into their 70s, 80s, 90s, and beyond. They all agree: It's time to stop fearing older age and instead learn to thrive.

WHAT'S UP WITH...FRECKLES

Maybe you got teased for them as a kid, but now you can’t imagine your face without them.

SOLUTIONS: Relieve Vaginal Itching

Natural remedies can help resolve this issue— once you know the cause.

MY DIAGNOSIS: Out of Nowhere, My Voice Started Changing

Speaking in public was a big part of my life, so it was a shock when my words turned wobbly and weak.

HOW TO SURVIVE A HEART ATTACK

Even if you're not positive that it's happening (“It's probably just heartburn”), acting quickly and demanding to be taken seriously can make all the difference.

NUTRITION: HIGH-PROTEIN HEROES

Our favorite picks for getting more of this key macronutrient