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There is Hope Walk celebrates 10th year
Ten years ago a group of local Sheboygan Falls and surrounding area families came together to begin what many of you know now as Mental Health America in Sheboygan County’s largest education and fundraiser event — the There is Hope Walk for Suicide Awareness and Prevention.
Tobacco-related disparities persist
Despite Wisconsin’s smoke-free law, more than half of the state’s multi-unit housing residents report living in a building where smoking is still allowed. Smoking remains the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. In Wisconsin, an estimated 7,215 people die annually from illnesses directly related to smoking. Secondhand smoke is estimated to cause about 840 deaths each year in Wisconsin. In Sheboygan County, approximately 145 die annually of illnesses related to smoking.
Holiday Nutrition is Important to Seniors
Most people know eating healthy can lead to long and nutritious lives.
Boost your immunity through good nutrition
Do not start your holiday season off with the flu. According to a 2015 report by the CDC, a national health organization, “It is estimated that in the United States, each year on average 5 percent to 20 percent of the population gets the flu.”Flu season is here. You can be prepared this year with a stronger immune system. Our immune system is our body’s protection against infection. It works by attacking viruses like the flu.
Save money on health care
Open enrollment season for choosing your health insurance is here.
Care for the caregiver
Caregivers are those who care for others because they either can’t care for themselves or need assistance to carry out everyday tasks.
Explore 5 smart moves to quit smoking
If you’re a smoker, quitting is the single most important step you can take to protect your health and the health of your loved ones.