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BE FIT Walking is hands down one of the best forms of exercise. Walking with a group is a great strategy to keep you motivated. And what better way to get involved in a walking group than to start one yourself! 1. Identify target members. Do you want to invite the general public, only close […]
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MEDICAL NEWS A stroke occurs when oxygen flow to the brain is disrupted. Within minutes of a stroke, brain cells begin to die from lack of oxygen. As more cells die, parts of the brain become damaged and may no longer function properly. Three main types of strokes * Ischemic stroke is caused by a
MEDICAL NEWS Before a woman reaches menopause, she first goes through perimenopause. It is a time of adjustment as the body shifts away from the reproductive years. Preparing for these changes allows you to plan how to manage symptoms and find support. What is perimenopause? Perimenopause is the period of time when a woman’s body
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BE FIT VO2 max measures how much oxygen your body uses when working at a high level of exercise. A high VO2 max indicates good cardiovascular fitness, while a low VO2 max means you should consider moving your body more. You don’t have to become an elite athlete. Even a small increase in fitness has
SELF-CARE CORNER Self-care at its most basic means taking time to do activities that improve your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. The goal of self-care is to invest in your well-being. While this can feel self-indulgent, good self-care habits help you enjoy life and care better for those around you. It’s a win-win for
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WELL-BEING Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid, 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. Doctors prescribe pharmaceutical fentanyl to treat severe pain. However, illegal fentanyl is often mixed with other illicit drugs, such as heroin and cocaine. Rainbow fentanyl is an illegally manufactured drug dyed in bright colors and shaped to
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Nutrition 1. Keep track of what you eat and drink to see how many calories you have a day. 2. Plan meals and snacks. Involve your family. Eat together at the table, not in front of the TV. 3. Bone up on calcium and vitamin D. Drink nonfat and low-fat cow’s milk or almond, rice,
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Weight Control 1. Make physical activity a fun part of your life! Take a fitness or dance class with family or friends. Join a team sport. 2. Use your smartphone for health’s sake! Download free apps to help you set up and keep track of your weight, physical activity, and food intake. 3. Build muscle
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Nutrition 1. Flavor your foods with sodium-free seasonings and fresh herbs. 2. Read food labels for sodium content. Choose “low sodium,” “reduced sodium,” or no added salt items. 3. Make meals at home with little or no salt. Use fresh, frozen, and salt-free or reduced-sodium canned products. 4. Make extra soups, stews, and other foods
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Stress Management 1. Take deep breaths. Hold it in for four seconds. Then blow the breath out. Repeat several times. 2. Accept the things you cannot change in yourself and others. 3. Meditate. Practice yoga or tai chi. 4. Exercise and move your body for fitness and to relax your mind. 5. Set realistic goals.
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