Biking together is a fun way to stay active as a family. Keep kids stay safe by teaching them to always wear a helmet that fits just right. A proper helmet is the best protection against serious head injuries.
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- Hey guys—your mental health matters. If you’re struggling, reach out. Call or text 988 anytime to talk to a trained counselor.
- Heat can affect anyone! 🥵 If you’re planning to exercise, work, or spend time outdoors, especially over the next few days, keep these tips in mind: • Limit outdoor exercise and activities when temperatures are high • Try to get your workouts in early or later in the evening •
- Ticks can be found almost anywhere—tall grass, leaf piles, wooded trails, and even your own backyard. A few quick steps can help keep you safe: treat your clothes and gear with permethrin, use insect repellent, wear long sleeves and pants, and always do a tick check when you get
- WIC Bureau Director Sally Zubairu-Cofield teamed up with Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding yesterday in Boalsburg to spotlight the Farmers Market Nutrition Program. Good news for WIC families: special summer vouchers are available to help you pick up fresh fruits and
- Forgetting names or appointments occasionally—then remembering them later—is a normal part of aging. But memory issues that interfere with daily life aren’t. Discover the 10 early warning signs of Alzheimer’s and dementia. If you or your loved ones notice any, reach out to a
- Better sleep habits during the day can help you get more restful sleep at night! Tips for better sleep: ✅ Same bedtime & wake time daily 🌙 Keep bedroom quiet, cool & relaxing 📵 Turn off screens 30 mins before bed 🥗 Skip big meals & alcohol before bed ☕ Avoid caffeine in
- Think you don’t have time to exercise? Sneak in movement throughout your day and watch it add up. Take the stairs, walk the dog, park farther away, bike or walk to work, and plan active family fun. Every step counts!
- Make today the day you quit smoking for good. Call 1‑800‑QUIT‑NOW for free, judgment‑free help.
- Boost your brain health! 🧠 Daily habits can make a big difference—helping reduce cognitive decline, and possibly even Alzheimer’s and dementia. Here are 10 simple, evidence-based practices from the Alzheimer’s Association: bit.ly/4cVh31U
- Are you pregnant? Pregnancy can make it harder for your body to stay cool, so it’s easier to get sick from the heat. On hot days, drink plenty of water, stay in cool or shaded places, take breaks, and avoid overdoing it. Ask your doctor about safely replacing salt and minerals
- Men are more likely than women to develop cancer and to die from it. While some risk factors—such as aging—can’t be changed, many others can. Making healthy lifestyle choices and keeping up with recommended screening tests can help lower the risk of certain cancers.
- Make sunscreen part of your everyday routine! When you use it regularly, it helps protect you from sunburn, skin cancer, and early aging.
