Walking For Health Benefits
You don’t have to walk 500 miles, and then walk 500 more miles to get the health benefits from walking. According to The Heart Association as little as 150 minutes of brisk walking a week can gain you health benefits that can help you: Think better Feel better and...
Americans who have been diagnosed with diabetes has grown a great deal over the last six decades and remains the 7th leading cause of death in the United States. Those diagnosed with diabetes are at risk for a number of conditions, including both Hyperglycemia or...
The alarming fact is that 96 million American adults have prediabetes. Prediabetes is a serious health condition that puts you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. For many, prediabetes can go unnoticed until serious health issues occur....
Staying Safe During Emergency Alert Tests: A Guide for Those in Vulnerable Situations
In today’s society, technology plays a significant role in our lives, including during emergencies. On October 4th at 1:00pm CST, a national emergency alert test will take place to ensure the effectiveness of our nation’s mass communication systems. Cellular devices,...
Back to School Health Checklist
In an effort to pack in as much fun as possible during summer break, bedtimes are pushed back for a lot of school-age children. It’s essential, however, that children are reintroduced to their normal bedtime routine before the new school year starts....
Spring – And Allergy Season – Is Here!
Are you suffering from seasonal allergies? Are you WONDERING if you have seasonal allergies or if it could be a virus like the cold, flu, or COVID-19? While it is tricky to tell, sometimes, there are key differences. The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and...
Feed Your Tomorrow With Good Nutrition Today
The benefits of good nutrition are not only important, but also life-long. The advantages of good nutrition, starting as a child are important to support brain development and healthy growth as well as helping with immunity boosting and keeping skin, teeth, and eyes...
Celebrate Black History
“In recognizing the humanity of our fellow beings, we pay ourselves the highest tribute.” —Thurgood Marshall Last year, Black Americans accounted for more than 13% of of the U.S. population, which means there are over 45 million different lived experiences across the...
Black History Month: Support Local Black-Owned Businesses
Every February, we celebrate Black History Month and reflect on the accomplishments, legacies, and contributions of Black Americans. Black History Month is a great time to support Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs. Use your spending power to support these...
Women’s Health Month
May is Women’s Health Month. We want to help you get and stay healthy – and that starts with you taking control of your health and wellness! According to the Office on Women’s Health, the guidelines for healthy living by age have the same basic foundation: eat...