Test your health IQ
How clued up are you on wellness? Take this quiz to find out – it could save your life, or someone else’s
The best time to brush your teeth in the morning is . . . A Before you eat anything B Immediately after breakfast C At least 30 minutes after breakfast
When it comes to detecting ovarian cancer you should . . . A Have a pap smear regularly B Look out for the telltale symptoms C Do nothing – unfortunately ovarian cancer doesn’t cause symptoms
If someone is unconscious and unresponsive, in between calling an ambulance and starting CPR you should . . . A Check whether they’re breathing B Check for a pulse C Not do anything else because it’s important to start CPR immediately
To get rid of germs you need to wash your hands for at least . . . A Six seconds B 10 seconds C 20 seconds
One of the best ways to help reduce your risk of getting breast cancer is to . . . A Not use antiperspirant deodorants B Limit your alcohol intake C Go for regular mammograms
Compared to SPF30+ sunscreen, SPF50+ sunscreen provides . . . A Nearly double the protection B Slightly better protection C No better protection
The best predictor of whether your weight is in a healthy or risky range is . . . A Your waist measurement B Your waist-to-height ratio C Your body mass index (BMI)
To avoid food poisoning when refrigerating or freezing leftovers, you should . . . A Put them straight into the fridge or freezer B Wait until the food stops steaming C Cool the food to room temperature first
In order to ensure you eat enough fruit and vegetables, the latest research suggests you aim for . . . A 10 servings a day B Seven servings a day C Five servings a day
Apart from chest pain, the other warning signs you could be having a heart attack are . . . A Pain or pressure in your neck or jaw B Heaviness or tightness in your arm, back or shoulders C Nausea, dizziness, shortness of breath or a cold sweat