November is here and it is time to get informed, get tested, and give back to our community. Did you know that their are over 8 national health observances for the month of November? A few are listed below.
National Alzheimer's Disease Awarenesss
American Diabetes
National Hospice Palliative Care
National Healthy Skin
National Stomach Cancer Awareness
National Lung Cancer Awareness
COPD Awareness
Prematurity Awareness
What can you do in the month of November for yourself, family and friends? You can schedule a screening with your doctor so that you may be tested for Diabetes or Skin Cancer.
If you have family members or friends who have been affected by any of the diseases mentioned above or at http://www.healthfinder.gov/nho/nho.asp#m11 then perhaps you can further research in the fields by providing a monetary donation, hosting or participating in an event such as the March of Dimes Walk or the National Hospice Run to Remember Program.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Get Active!
It's so easy to throw on some layers and cuddle up in front of the TV. But while your favorite TV show is on commercial break why not do a bit of exercise? Here's an idea, say your favorite one hour show has 4 commercial breaks during the hour; if you take that time to work in a little movement you're killing two birds with one stone! Try to run in place during one break, squats during another, push-ups or crunches during the third, and finally jumping jacks. You should be able to get in 15 minutes of exercise while mostly relaxing.
Monday, October 3, 2011
On The Prowl?
Join us on October 9th for the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee's 7th annual Panther Prowl.
Not only is it a healthy way to spend a Sunday afternoon, you'd also be supporting UWM Alumni Association programs and scholarships for students. The event begins at 10.00am and is followed by a party afterwards. The 5-Kilometer run/walk is super scenic and cuts through beautiful Lake Park. Come out and support the UWM community and Team Zilber! Register online at the link below. Be sure to register and select register with a team. Team Zilber is our name and Todd Miller is our captain.
You can view more details at: http://www4.uwm.edu/pantherprowl/ or contact sjhecht@uwm.edu.
Not only is it a healthy way to spend a Sunday afternoon, you'd also be supporting UWM Alumni Association programs and scholarships for students. The event begins at 10.00am and is followed by a party afterwards. The 5-Kilometer run/walk is super scenic and cuts through beautiful Lake Park. Come out and support the UWM community and Team Zilber! Register online at the link below. Be sure to register and select register with a team. Team Zilber is our name and Todd Miller is our captain.
You can view more details at: http://www4.uwm.edu/pantherprowl/ or contact sjhecht@uwm.edu.
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