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Love Your Heart

February 5, 2024 — February is not just about roses and chocolates; it’s also American Heart Month, a time to tend to our own heart’s wellbeing. Almost half of the U.S. population has at least one of the three key risk factors for heart disease (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or smoking) and about one in five dies from... Read More

The Impact of Activity Professionals

January 20, 2024 — Whether they work in retirement communities like Charlesgate, nursing homes, senior centers, adult day programs, or healthcare facilities, activity professionals create vibrant and fulfilling environments. Their job is to create enrichment activities that contribute to person-centered, person-directed care and quality of life. This year’s National Activities Professionals Week is January 21-27. It’s a great time... Read More

Vaccinate for Winter Wellness

December 4, 2023 — This year’s cold and flu season resurgence is making headlines with a vengeance. Influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are all on the rise. But it’s not too late to roll up your sleeves and do something to protect yourself – vaccinate! For a resilient winter, look to these top three vaccines. 1. Tailored... Read More

Talk Turkey: Sharing Health History

November 20, 2023 — As you gather around the festive tables this holiday season, share more than heartwarming stories and cherished recipes. Seize this unique opportunity to share family health history. It’s a conversation that can improve the lives of your loved ones and yourself. Family history might be one of the strongest determiners of risk for developing heart... Read More

A Treat for Seniors: Medicare Open Enrollment

October 15, 2023 — Most people think of Halloween when October rolls around, but smart seniors know that it’s also the month when Medicare Open Enrollment starts. From Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, individuals using Medicare can make changes to their plans, ensuring the benefits in the next year fit their ongoing healthcare needs. Open enrollment can seem overwhelming.... Read More

Oral Health Impacts Overall Health

October 6, 2023 — Chew on this: Caring for your teeth and gums translates into more than just a pretty smile. It’s also important for your overall health. Problems with your teeth and gums can often lead to or indicate other health issues, including heart disease and stroke. That’s why good dental hygiene is important. October is the perfect... Read More

Keeping Cholesterol in Check

September 18, 2023 — Since it’s National Cholesterol Education Month, let’s find out how much you know about cholesterol. True or False: All cholesterol is bad for you. True or False: You can feel it when you have high cholesterol. True or False: Eating food with a lot of cholesterol will automatically make your cholesterol levels go up. True... Read More

Good vs. Bad Pain

September 4, 2023 — It wasn’t too long ago that the mantra of physical fitness was “No pain, no gain.” Thankfully, we’ve realized that forcing your body to endure pain can actually mean you are overtraining and risking injury, like a torn ligament. Still, there are good kinds of pain; the key is knowing the difference between what pain... Read More

How to Have Healthy Eyes

August 3, 2023 — Do you remember when you had your last eye exam? If not, August is National Eye Exam Month so it’s the perfect time to schedule your next appointment. Eye health is a crucial, but often overlooked, part of overall health. There are lots of easy steps you can take to help keep your eyes healthy... Read More

Men and Cancer

June 23, 2023 — When you think of cancer, what’s your first thought? Is it of pink ribbons and women survivors? That makes sense: The most common type of cancer is breast cancer. But, men actually have higher rates of getting and dying from cancer than women. Over 1 million new cancer cases are expected in men in 2023.... Read More