Jun 01 2019
This month is all about encouraging the men in your life (including you, men out there!) to take care of their bodies by eating right, exercising, and working to prevent disease. The official symbol for the month is a blue ribbon and the purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable …
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May 21 2019
Women are often the first line of defense when protecting their family’s health, but in doing so tend to put their concerns on the back burner. These quick tips can help keep you happy and healthy as you juggle your everyday responsibilities. 1. Get breast cancer screenings every 1 – 2 years. One in 8 …
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May 14 2019
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads our nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. The 2019 theme is ‘Connect, Create, Contribute,’ which encourages older adults and their communities too: : • Connect with friends, family, and services that support participation. • Create by engaging in activities that promote learning, health, and personal enrichment. • …
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Apr 23 2019
Is your medicine cabinet full of expired drugs or medications you no longer use? Your medicine is for you. What’s safe for you might be harmful for someone else. You can dispose of your expired, unwanted, or unused medicines through a drug take back program — or you can do it at home. The U.S. …
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Apr 19 2019
Article by Kristen V Brown with Bloomberg News State authorities warn that DNA testers have targeted poor neighborhoods and senior communities. Authorities in several states are warning about an alleged scam in which people visit senior-living communities and low-income neighborhoods, offering to perform DNA tests and collecting information from people in government health programs. The …
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Apr 16 2019
In March, AARP announced the launch of ‘Stop Rx Greed,’ a nationwide campaign aimed at lowering prescription drug prices. The goal of AARP’s sustained campaign is to help drive down drug prices for Coloradans and all Americans by advocating for a variety of legislative, executive, and regulatory actions at both the federal and state level. …
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Apr 09 2019
By the Office of Public Affairs April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is mobilizing police nationwide to look out for drivers texting or using their phone behind the wheel. The ‘U Drive. U Text. U Pay.’ campaign is now in its fifth year. …
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Mar 28 2019
We were snowed out on March 13th but we have rescheduled for Thursday, April 11th at the First Baptist Church located at 1373 Grant Street, Denver. The event is from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and the new location is just south of the Capitol on the corner of 13th and Grant St. The Governor …
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Mar 26 2019
Optometry Cares—every March, the American Optometric Association reminds Americans of the importance of eye health and regular exams with a public awareness campaign. Last year’s campaign alerted 140 million consumers about the critical role nutrition plays in maintaining eye health and vision. This year’s campaign offers five tips for a lifetime of healthy vision. Every …
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Mar 26 2019
By Glenn Mollette In January a Denver couple received a scam phone call from a man who told them he had kidnapped their daughter. The man was very convincing that their daughter was in his possession. In the background they heard a woman’s voice begging for help. The call was convincing enough that they tried …
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Mar 19 2019
Exert yourself! It’s easier than you think. Per a study conducted by a Columbia University medical team, new research shows that by just moving around for a cumulative 30 minutes a day will help you live longer. “The good news is that the study shows you do not have to go to extremes; you reap …
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Mar 12 2019
National Nutrition Month® is an annual nutrition education and information campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign, celebrated each year during the month of March, focuses on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. In addition, National Nutrition Month® promotes the Academy as …
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