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Useful healthcare and healthy living information for Marion County residents from our different programs: Active Marion Project, Fitness and Nutrition in Schools, Beacon Point, and Community Home Project.
World Mental Health Day: Self-Care and Stress Management
Every year on October 10th, World Mental Health Day is observed to raise awareness and advocate for mental health support across the globe. In today's fast-paced world, taking care of our mental health is as crucial as looking after our physical well-being. One...
7 Ways Teens Can Start An Exercise Program: A Guide To Getting Active
Starting an exercise program as a teen is one of the best ways to build lifelong healthy habits, improve mental well-being, and boost confidence. Whether you're aiming to get fit, feel better, or even excel in sports, here's a step-by-step guide to help you kickstart...
It’s Not Too Late to Start Exercising
“You are never too old to set another goal or dream a new dream.” — Les Brown If you haven’t heard the story of Richard Morgan, we’re not surprised. He’s not a world famous athlete or singer. He’s not an actor or influencer. In fact, he’s retired. Decades ago, when he...
Basking in Safety: Your Guide to Summer Sun Protection
Summer usually means more time and opportunities for physical activities outside. But as much as we adore a beautiful day and golden rays, it’s crucial to remember that the sun can also pose serious risks to our health, especially if we don’t take necessary...
If You Sit at a Desk for More Than 4 Hours a Day, Read This
Health Issues of Sedentary Jobs and How to Overcome Them Like any sort of work, desk jobs can put strain on your body. Even if you're not on your feet, sitting for long periods is not healthy for your spine or hips. Also, desk jobs often involve computers or other...
Why Employee Wellness Is Important for Productivity
Every May is Global Employee Health and Wellness Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about workers' rights and workplace well-being. Especially in our globalized world, many industries are ever more fast-paced. There is heavy demand for workers' time and talent....
The Detrimental Effects of Stress and Tips for Healthy Stress Management
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, stress has become an unwelcome companion for many people. While some stress may be unavoidable, these feelings should be fleeting not chronic. What’s more, there are healthy ways to build resilience and alleviate stress. Plus,...
Spring Cleaning — for Your Health!
Spring is traditionally a time to deep-clean your home. It’s warm enough to open the windows and let in some fresh air. Plus, you can get the decluttering done before your summer vacation! And while you’re cleaning house, you can clean up your health, too! Think of it...
Love Your Heart, Love Your Life
Cupid and Eros, chocolates and time, a bouquet of red roses for your sweet Valentine—all of this pageantry is perfectly fine . . . for Valentine’s Day. What about the other 364 days of the year? Or, in the case of 2024 (a leap year), what about the other 365 days? You...
Acts of Service: Helping Others Helps Yourself
Just to be clear at the start: We shouldn’t help other people just to get something out of it for ourselves. That’s more manipulation than altruism. Then again, why not remember that helping others positively affects our physical and mental health—and reap the...
Practicing Gratitude Brings Health Benefits
Let’s talk about first things first—the title of this blog is intentionally named “practicing gratitude” rather than “being grateful” or just “Gratitude Brings Health Benefits.” Nobody is born grateful, and expressing gratitude doesn’t come naturally to very many...
NOW Is the Time for Diabetes Awareness, Treatment, and Prevention
Did you know that November in the United States is National Diabetes Month, and November 14 is World Diabetes Day? According to the American Diabetes Association, each November is a time when communities join together “to ring the alarm on the diabetes epidemic. For...