Health & Wellness
10 Keys for Surviving a Parkinson’s Diagnosis
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- Written by Robert W. Smith Robert W. Smith
What should you do when you’re diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease?
Fresh Fare: Natural Ways to Get a Good Night’s Rest
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With nearly one-third of Americans suffering from sleep disturbances, according to research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, now is the time to rethink your bedtime routine and consider more natural ways to get a good night’s rest.
Diabetes and Your Feet
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If you have diabetes, here’s a way to keep standing on your own two feet: check them every day — even if they feel fine — and see your doctor if you have a cut or blister that won’t heal.
Free Healthy Aging Workshop Offered
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The York County Area Agency on Aging will host free educational workshops to learn about the “10-Keys™ to Healthy Aging” from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Fridays, April 6 to May 4, at Windy Hill on the Campus, 1742 Roth’s Church Road, Suite 103, Spring Grove.
Free ‘Stop the Bleed’ Training Offered to Local Educators (2)
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Susquehanna Valley EMS and the East Hempfield Police Department will offer a free Stop the Bleed event for all area educators and staff in Lancaster and Lebanon counties April 7 at the Lancaster Lebanon IU 13, 1020 New Holland Ave., Lancaster.
Grief Relief: 9 Simple Ways to Practice Self-Compassion while Grieving
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- Written by Victor M. Parachin Victor M. Parachin
Grieving is very hard. It taxes the entire person: body, mind, spirit, emotions.
Foot Health: Common Issues and Treatments
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- Written by Dr. Meredith Warner Dr. Meredith Warner
As we get older, our feet tend to change for the worse.
Free Workshop Offered for Chronic Disease Sufferers
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The Lancaster County Office of Aging will be offering a free, six-week chronic disease self-management program for individuals 55 and older from 1-3:30 p.m. Tuesdays, April 3 to May 8, at Bright Side Opportunities Center, 515 Hershey Ave., Lancaster.
Alzheimer’s Helpline Expands Hours
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The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is expanding its national toll-free helpline to seven days a week to provide individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers with assistance, support, and resources.