By Dennis P. Carman, President & CEO, United Way of Greater Plymouth County We need much less negativity and much more positivity in our lives. “How in the world do we do that?” you might ask. Well, buckle up for another wild, twisting post. So what does a rainbow, Kris Kristofferson, and the story of … More Here Comes That Rainbow Again: Generosity is Healthy!
Acid reflux, also called GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is something many people experience at some point in their lives. GERD is a condition in which the acid that typically stays in the stomach splashes out and damages the esophagus. This results in a burning sensation in the upper abdomen. People typically try to treat GERD … More Addressing Acid Reflux
By Kylie Spiro, Communications Coordinator, BAMSI The first Earth Day was observed on April 22, 1970. An estimated 20 million people nationwide took to the streets, parks, and auditoriums to raise awareness about environmental issues. By 1990, Earth Day was being celebrated in more than 140 countries worldwide. With the climate crisis worsening each year, … More Seven Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
By Tayla Carter, MS, RD, LDN, Registered Dietitian II, Signature Healthcare In the age of social media and influencers, it feels like everywhere you look someone is promoting a new diet or nutrition product. It can get confusing and overwhelming and may leave you wondering, where does anyone find reliable information about health and nutrition … More Discerning Nutrition Fact from Fiction
The American Diabetes Association designates the fourth Tuesday in March annually as American Diabetes Association Alert Day®. This day serves as a powerful reminder, described by the organization as a “one-day wake-up call.” It is a call to action for individuals to proactively manage their health and evaluate their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. … More Diabetes Prevention with Old Colony Y
After more than a year of reconstruction and recovery following a devastating 10-alarm electrical fire, Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital is poised to safely reopen in late Spring. “Every day since the fire, one of our three paramount goals has been to safely reopen as soon as possible,” explained Robert Haffey, Signature’s President and CEO. “Our … More Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital Targets Late Spring to Reopen
By Nicole Long, CEO, Old Colony Elder Services March is Social Work Month, a time for celebrating the important profession of social work. This special month is dedicated to raising awareness about the valuable contributions of social workers. It’s an opportunity to educate the public, policymakers, legislators, and employers on the vital role social workers … More The Importance of Social Work Month
by Maria Almeida, Program Coordinator with Greater Brockton Healthy Families The Greater Brockton Healthy Families is part of a statewide program providing free, voluntary, and confidential home-visiting support to first-time moms and dads ages 24 and under. The services can begin during pregnancy and extend through their child’s third birthday. Our services include child development, family health … More Introducing Brockton Healthy Families
By Lindsay Schwartz, RD, LDN, Signature Healthcare Do you feel as if your weekly grocery bill just keeps going up? Here are some tips to save money at the grocery store, while still filling your cart with nutritious foods for you and your family. 1. Buy beansAs I mentioned in one of my previous blog … More Healthy Eating on a Budget
By Dennis P. Carman, President & CEO, United Way of Greater Plymouth County I am the son of an alcoholic. On one hand, this means that I was both witness to and victim of some traumatic times, including verbal and physical abuse from my father, Donald Parker Carman. On the other hand, at 12 years old … More Recovering
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