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Breathe in the Fresh…Smoke?

Posted by CDC on February 21, 2013 at 12:02pm 0 Comments

Parks are a wonderful place for the community to enjoy. Children run on the playground, adults gather friends for a pick-up game of soccer, and others enjoy the weather sitting on the bench. Individuals go to the park to relax, play, or see friends. What they do not go there for is secondhand smoke.

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Healthy Vending Machines: One Way to Improve Access to Healthy Food

Posted by CDC on February 20, 2013 at 1:01pm 0 Comments

Americans are busy balancing work, home life, and time for play. Americans also love convenience; they want things fast, especially food. When life gets busy, it’s easy to skip making a healthy lunch and opt to eat from the vending machine instead. But is that chocolate bar worth your health? Communities are finding…

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Love Your Heart

Posted by CDC on February 15, 2013 at 8:57am 0 Comments

This February, celebrate American Heart Month by loving your heart! This amazing organ works tirelessly night and day to keep you alive and living vibrantly. Be empowered this month to make heart-healthy choices. Below are ways you can love your heart:

  • Avoid tobacco use and reduce the amount of sodium…
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Pedestrian Safety a Priority for Walkable Communities

Posted by CDC on February 11, 2013 at 12:36pm 0 Comments

Communities across the United States are encouraging residents to walk more—to school, to work, and even to the grocery store. Walking to your destinations is an easy way to get daily physical activity. And when you walk with friends or family, it can be fun! Community landscapes are changing to accommodate this…

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In The News

The New York Times, “Gym class isn’t just fun and games anymore” 2/18/13

Health, Medical, and Science Updates, “Food desert identification: A new approach” 2/16/13

KSAT.com, “Salud America! fighting Latino childhood obesity” 2/15/13

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What is your favorite healthy snack?

Started by CDC 16 hours ago. 0 Replies

Eating healthy throughout the day can be easy. Fresh fruit, nuts and dried fruit, and green smoothies are great healthy-snack options. What is your favorite?Continue

Make heart-healthy choices this month and all year long!

Started by CDC on Wednesday. 0 Replies

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States; 1 in every 4 deaths is from heart disease and stroke, equal to 2,200 deaths per day. How will you make heart-healthy choices…Continue

Wishing you a healthy Valentine’s Day!

Started by CDC Feb 13. 0 Replies

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. We hope you keep healthy choices in mind as you celebrate the love of family and friends!Continue

Does your community make pedestrian safety a priority?

Started by CDC Feb 12. 0 Replies

Are residents hesitant to bike and walk due to safety concerns? Please share how your community has made pedestrian safety a priority!Continue

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