Stronger Together: Local groups provide support for those coping with PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is something we often associate with military veterans and for good reason. Many who have served in combat zones carry invisible wounds that linger long after they have returned home. But PTSD affects not only those in uniform,...
Grills, thrills and no spills: Your ultimate Fourth of July safety guide
The Fourth of July is a time for family, friends, food and fireworks. It’s also one of the busiest — and potentially most dangerous — days of the year. Emergency rooms see a spike in injuries, roadways become congested, and fireworks light up the sky, often with...
Staying cool, safe and healthy in the heat
Summer brings sunshine, beach days and backyard barbecues, but it also brings intense heat. We recently experienced our first major heat wave of the season, and it likely won’t be the last. Extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable — it can be dangerous and even deadly....
The real Father’s Day gift?
Encouraging him to take care of himself Healthy Living Father’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate the men in our lives — dads, granddads, brothers, uncles, husbands and friends. It’s also a great opportunity to talk about something that doesn’t always make it...
