A walk is not just good for your body, it’s good for your soul. Physical activity, like walking, is one of the best ways to reduce stress and boost mood. But recent reports show that walking rates are declining steadily in the US. Since our beginnings, the American...
With so many residents seeking help to review their Medicare coverage options, SHINE appointments are filling quickly—and we want to make sure everyone still has access to reliable information and support. To help meet this growing demand, the state SHINE team...
COVID Update: “Based on increased COVID-19 activity we have experienced around this time in past years, we expect COVID-19 activity to increase again in the coming weeks,” says Gabe Alvarado, a CDC public affairs specialist in the Office of Communications. “There are...
Results from the U.S. POINTER clinical trial found that two lifestyle interventions targeting a combination of physical activity, improving nutrition, cognitive and social challenge, and health monitoring improved cognition in older adults at risk of cognitive...
We are proud to announce the launch of the new website for the Western Hampden County Public Health District (WHCPHD) — a vital step forward in our commitment to keeping our communities informed, healthy, and safe. Our new online platform is designed to be a central...
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