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Medication abuse: Being part of the solution
Did you know that one-in-25 youth ages 12 to 17 have abused cough medicine to get high, and one-in-five young adults have abused prescription drugs? According to the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America, October is National Medication Abuse Awareness Month. During this month, communities are encouraged to come together to take action against the abuse of medication.
Screening sheds light on end-of-life care
You may know someone who recently revealed they are expecting a baby. Along with that announcement comes a great deal of planning. Parenting philosophies and birth plans are common topics for expectant parents to talk about with their doctor, family and friends.
Good-for-you gardening tips for growing fall vegetables
“Backyard gardening can inspire you to take an interest in the origins of your food and make better choices about what you put on your plate. When you grow your own food, you savor it more because of the effort it took to get to the table.” That’s according to Dr. Helen Delichatsios of Massachusetts General Hospital. If you planted a garden and are thinking about harvesting and storage, this information is for you, or it may inspire you to grow a garden next year. When it comes to harvest time, each crop truly has a very unique set of practices. Some crops should be left out for a frost, while others should be brought in when the nighttime temperatures approach 50 degrees. An acronym for this time of year to help explain fall harvest is appropriately named “THIS,” which stands for temperature, heat, in the soil and sweeten.
A grateful — and unfinished — story of depression recovery
Hi, my name is Joanna and I deal with depression, panic disorder, agoraphobia, generalized anxiety, ADHD, migraines and IBS.
Tackling the shame that comes with alcoholic label
The myths that people who are dependent on alcohol are weak-willed, lacking in moral character or love drinking more than other relationships keep active the shame of being an “alcoholic.”
Eating enough fruits, vegetables is hard but important
We have all probably heard at one time or another to “eat your fruits and vegetables.” Even the USDA Dietary Guidelines remind us to make half of our plate fruits and vegetables. Why is this so important?
There is Hope’ suicide prevention walk set for Sept. 10
The International Association for Suicide Prevention and World Health Organization estimate more than 800,000 people die by suicide each year.
Mindfulness can combat the cycle of constant busyness
An overflowing to-do list. Places to go and people to see. Bills to be paid. Nonstop activities and taxi service for your kids. Late hours at the office.
Addiction Awareness Day coming to Fountain Park
Sheboygan’s I Love My Addict support group has announced that the second annual Sheboygan Addiction Awareness Event will be 3-7 p.m. Aug. 27 at Fountain Park in Sheboygan.
Eating local can benefit many
The good food revolution encourages people to eat local. Choosing local, fresh food offers benefits to our health, the environment and our future.