How Will You Celebrate Mother’s Day? Did you know approximately 122 million calls are made on Mother’s Day – more than any other day of the year? May 12 will be here sooner than you know it, how will you celebrate and show appreciation to the woman who gave you life? Traditionally, most families would either buy [...]
Toasting to Your Health A CDC study revealed that excessive alcohol consumption was responsible for the death of almost 1 in 10 U.S. adults between the ages of 20 and 64. This means that approximately 88,000 lives are a lost to excessive alcohol use every year. In recognition of Alcohol Awareness Month, this April, Community Health Charities [...]
Why Earth Day Is More Than Just A Day Monday, April 22, is Earth Day, a global day of activism in support of environmental protection. According to the Earth Day Network, more than 1 billion people participate in Earth Day activities each year. Participating in Earth Day activities helps protect our environment, but did you know [...]
Leading health experts speak at the Future of Workforce and Community Health Community Health Charities recently held an invitation-only event hosted by The Coca-Cola Company in Atlanta to discuss local workforce health and community resilience and initiate solutions-oriented conversations. Dr. Arti Aurora, Vice President of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs at The Coca-Cola Company, welcomed guests [...]
In Memory of Eric and Christine Rothschild On Tuesday October 30, 2018, my Dad woke, had breakfast, cleaned up, shaved and fell asleep. He then passed away. He was home and in his bed. Just the way he wanted it. Not a bad way to go. But the journey to this peaceful end was tough. [...]
7 Steps to a Healthier You: How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolution You are never too old, too out-of-shape, or too overweight to make healthy changes. And while it doesn’t take the start of a new year to institute healthy changes in your life, it is the perfect opportunity to think about the improvements [...]
Five Tips for Managing Holiday Stress With all the costs, travel, expectations, and family responsibilities associated with the holidays, it is no wonder that 31% of Americans describe the holiday season as “frantic.” Here are some ways to minimize stress and maximize joy so you can better enjoy the holiday season: Take a Deep Breath Even with [...]
Ho, Ho, Ho: Healthy Holiday Travel The holidays are a wonderful time to visit family and friends. If you plan to travel and look and feel your best, follow these tips to keep your energy up and your immune system strong: Cover your cough and wash your hands often Bundle up by dressing in removeable [...]
Healthy Holiday Recipes Whether you’re attending a holiday potluck or cooking for family gatherings, it’s often hard to make the meal healthy. Check out these crowd-pleasing healthy recipes from our nonprofit partners American Heart Association and American Cancer Society, plus the Mayo Clinic. BRUNCH Avocado Blueberry Muffins – substitute avocado for the butter or oil [...]
Show your support for healthy moms and strong babies during Prematurity Awareness Month With more than 700 moms dying in childbirth and pregnancy this year, the U.S. is the most dangerous developed nation in which to give birth, with preterm birth rates on the rise. Join Community Health Charities to find out where your [...]
