By Dennis Carman — President & CEO, United Way of Greater Plymouth County For some of us, campaign season is over, but not at United Way of Greater Plymouth County. Our United Way campaign is in full swing! Each year we ask local companies and individuals if they would be willing to make a donation so … More Crazy Math & Better Health
By Dena Miller — Coordinator of Events, Interns, and Volunteers at Family and Community Resources November is National Gratitude Month, a time to celebrate and thank those who positively impact our lives and communities. We all have so much to be grateful for that some of our greatest gifts get overlooked. This month is the … More November: A Celebration of Gratitude
By Kevin Robinson — special contributor for Signature Healthcare November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and lung cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer death in the U.S. and worldwide. Each year, more people in the U.S. die from lung cancer than from colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. It is challenging to … More Easy Lung Cancer Screening Saves Lives
By Kylie Spiro — Communications Coordinator at BAMSI The holiday season is right around the corner, a time when most people are in the gift-giving spirit, hence ‘The Season of Giving.’ But what if we could carry this motivation to give back to our communities all year? When contemplating making a charitable contribution around the … More The Importance of Giving Year Round
By Tayla Magerman, MS, RD, LDN — Registered Dietitian (RD) at the Signature Healthcare Outpatient Nutrition Clinic Making sure to give your body the appropriate nutrients before, during, and after exercise can help you feel your best and optimize your results. Pre-Exercise Carbohydrates are the main source of fuel for your muscles. Choose a source … More Fueling Your Body for Exercise
By Meaghan Avery, — Senior Program Director, Healthy Living Old Colony YMCA Youth carrying excess weight is a growing concern, and rising numbers of children face health risks from unhealthy weight. Navigating this requires more than just addressing weight; it requires transforming a family’s relationship with food, activity, and health. That’s where the YMCA’s Healthy … More Empowering Families to Live Healthy Lifestyles
By Nicole Long — CEO of Old Colony Elder Services The American Society on Aging (ASA) will recognize Ageism Awareness Day on Oct. 9, 2024. Modeled after the United Nations’ International Day of Older Persons (Oct. 1), this day is an opportunity to highlight the prejudice of ageism and its effects. One of the most … More Ageism Awareness Day: A positive self-perception of aging is key
By Katelyn McSweeney, LSCW — Social Worker Center for Healthy Beginnings Although World Breastfeeding Week took place in early August, its goals of raising awareness and promoting breastfeeding are important all year. This year, the week’s theme was “Closing the gap: Breastfeeding support for all.” The campaign’s goals included: Here are some facts released in … More World Breastfeeding Week took place from August 1-7
By Maria Almeida — Program Coordinator Greater Brockton Healthy Families Mental health is a cornerstone of overall well-being, influencing how we think, feel, and interact with the world around us. For young parents, the demands of caring for a child while balancing other responsibilities can be overwhelming. Similarly, staff members in caregiving or educational roles … More Self-Care is Key for Young Parents
By Megan Libby — Coordinator for Counseling and Student Services Brockton Hospital School of Nursing With schools back in session, we are seeing a rise in the need for self-care. For most people, “self-care” brings up images of spa nights, face masks, and indulgent decadence. What self-care means is so much simpler than that: to … More (School) Stress is Back in Session
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