By Sheryl Kraft, original full content published on mysocalledmidlife.net August is Wellness Month, and more specifically, Wednesday, August 15, is National Relaxation Day! And yes, every day should be wellness day, but too many of us let self-care and wellness take a back seat in our busy live. If you already practice wellness, then maybe …
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May 21 2019
Five Healthy Aging Tips Every Woman Should Know!
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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Jan 08 2019
Mary Thomas: 104 Years Young!
A birthday celebration was held at Rock Creek Kaiser Permanente for Mary Thomas who turned 104 on August 27th. Friends and family (she has three daughters and one son) were there for the big event! Mary takes part in Kaiser’s Silver Sneakers Stability class every Tuesday from 10:00-11:00. Her instructor, Mary Ann Brunson, thoroughly enjoys …
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Jan 01 2019
New Year’s Resolutions
Max, the dog, and Bella, the cat, share these New Year’s resolutions so you can use them to keep your pet healthy and happy in 2019. • Regular veterinary visits. For Bella, a young cat, annual exams are important. Max resolves to visit twice this year since he is getting up there in age. Remember …
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Oct 31 2017
Inactivity Is Not Good For Us
By Dr. Glenn Mollette A happier life is an active life. Doing nothing does not generate much in the realm of feeling good about yourself and is detrimental to your health. A friend of mine reflected on his career and often six day work weeks and said, “Those were the happiest days of my life.” …
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Oct 26 2017
Prevention Requires a Lot of Effort
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Most of us believe in prevention but we don’t always practice it. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure we’ve heard before. The best way to keep a car healthy is faithful service. Changing the oil, taking care of the transmission and replacing parts are all part …
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Oct 23 2017
Keep Moving!
Lafayette resident, Mary Smith turned 103-years-old in August! Her secret: exercise, as Mary says, “You gotta keep moving!” Originally from Greece, Mary and her husband played golf regularly until they were 90 years of age, and when she was younger, she played field hockey. But at 103 she shows no signs of slowing! When she …
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Dec 31 2016
Fighting the Flu
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that as many as one in five Americans fall victim to the flu each year, while the number of colds suffered in the U.S. could be greater than a billion. With that, keeping your body healthy and immune system strong is imperative, especially for older adults, who …
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Feb 10 2016
Tips to Beat the Winter Blues
If you have been feeling down lately, you’re not alone. The mid-winter blues are a common phenomenon. When clinically diagnosed, it is formally referred to as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). The National Institutes of Health characterizes SAD as a type of depression that can leave those who suffer from it with less energy and feelings …
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