Posted on June 15, 2020
Men’s Health Week 2020
This year, National Men’s Health Week is June 15 – June 21, the week leading up to Father’s Day. The week serves as a reminder for men to take steps to be healthier and that they don’t have to do it alone! Whether it is your husband, partner, dad, brother, son, or friend you can…
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Posted on May 08, 2020
National Stroke Awareness Month
May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Although it is preventable and treatable, stroke is a leading cause of death and serious disability nationwide and around the world. What is a Stroke? A stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures and bleeds, or when the blood supply to the brain is blocked. The…
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Posted on April 15, 2019
Exercise and Physical Activity: Getting Fit for Life
Exercise and Physical Activity: Getting Fit for Life Exercise is good for just about everyone, including older adults. Even moderate amounts of physical activity can have a big impact. Talk with your doctor first, of course. And if you’ve been inactive, take it easy as you get started, say, 5-10 minutes of moderate activity each…
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Posted on March 01, 2019
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States. The American Cancer Society’s estimates for the number of colorectal cancer cases in the United States for 2019 are 101,420 new cases of colon cancer and 44,180 new cases…
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Posted on August 20, 2018
Stress Management
What exactly is stress? It presents itself in slightly different ways between people, yet is a universal feeling we can all relate to. Have you ever caught yourself wondering what exactly stress is, what it does to our bodies and how to best manage it? We’re making it our mission to help answer those questions….
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Posted on August 13, 2018
Boost your Brain Power
In a world where we all seem to be on the go all the time, exhaustion and anxiety feel like they are running at an all time high. It is hard to process everything going on all at once, leading to forgetfulness and feeling overwhelmed. Luckily there are super simple ways to boost your brain…
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Posted on July 23, 2018
The Power of Friendship
Friends. They are a sounding board for ideas, someone to laugh with, cry with, are there to support us through thick and thin. There are all kinds of friendships throughout life, and they have more influence on who we are and what makes us tick then we realize. Have you ever thought about the role…
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Posted on July 10, 2018
Health Benefits of Tomatoes
One of the best parts about the summer season is the abundance of in season fruits and Vegetables available. A national favorite of these summer fruits and veggies is the tomato. Distinguished easily by their bright red color, tomatoes pack a punch in more than just the realm of flavor! They are great for your…
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Posted on June 25, 2018
When “Feeling the Burn” is NOT a Good Thing
Sunburns may seem like a given after a day at the beach, but you should really consider them potentially harmful wounds. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in this country, and UV light exposure is its most preventable risk factor. So why, in 2014, did one-third of surveyed adults report suffering a sunburn? According…
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Posted on June 18, 2018
Make Sure Dad’s Healthy for Many Father’s Day Celebrations to Come
June is Men’s Health Month If you’re like most of the country, you celebrated the dad(s) in your life yesterday during Father’s Day. These men are special and we value the wisdom they provide and the time spent with them. We want them here to share the joys of life with us as long as…
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