While the research varies on the details, one fact remains: women are still outliving men by an average of six to eight years. If you’re a man, the good news is that the gap has shrunk over time, thanks to strides in the medical field and a greater focus on prevention. And, many of the top chronic conditions for men, such as diabetes, heart disease, and obesity, are treatable with lifestyle changes and early detection.

According to the National Headache Foundation, around 40 million Americans suffer from migraine headaches, with another 16 million who are still undiagnosed. And the numbers aren’t getting any better. With the stress and isolation caused by events of the past year and a half, there has been a 70 percent increase in migraine attacks, forcing many to miss work or daily activities due to chronic and debilitating pain.

Summer is here! For most of us, it’s been a long haul over the past year, working from home, enduring quarantine requirements, caring for our families, and having to be creative about living a healthy existence. Now that the weather is improving and life is beginning to return to normal, it’s a great time to think about ways you can live a healthier, more balanced life.