Health Category: Preparedness

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Stay Safe While Being Social

Social networking sites build upon the concept where you are connected to new people through people you already know. The purpose of some networking sites

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December 29, 2017 No Comments
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Sleep It Off

Everyone is familiar with the term “beauty sleep,” referring to the idea that the more rest one gets the prettier they will look when they

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September 22, 2017 No Comments
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Don’t Fall For It!

Did you know that one in four older Americans falls every year? Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people

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September 8, 2017 No Comments
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Preventing the Flu

Flu season, which typically peaks between December and February each year, is now in full swing. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends getting a

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December 23, 2016 No Comments
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Fall Prevention

A fall for some can cause more than just bruising; it sometimes can cause broken bones, head trauma, or worse: death. According to the Center

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September 23, 2016 No Comments
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Recognizing a Stroke

Over 795,000 people suffer from strokes each year in the U.S., and it is important to know how to recognize the symptoms of a stroke.

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August 5, 2016 No Comments