March 2012

20
Mar

Early Detection is Key to Preventing Colorectal Cancer

Each March, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month highlights what is considered to be the most preventable, beatable cancer if detected early. Commonly referred to as colon cancer, colorectal cancer is cancer of the colon (part of the large intestine) or the rectum. Colon cancer may begin as non-cancerous polyps — growths on the lining of the colon or rectum — that

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16
Mar

April Is Foot Health Awareness Month

The average American takes around 5,000 steps each day, so it only makes sense that nearly half of all Americans experience some kind of foot pain during their lifetime. This pain can range from something as simple as an ingrown toenail to more complicated problems such as broken bones, pinched nerves, pain associated with the ball or arch of the

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2
Mar

Healthy Kids Day 2012

Each year, the YMCA celebrates Healthy Kids Day, its initiative to improve the health and well-being of families across the country. This year, Healthy Kids Day is on Saturday, April 28. Healthy Kids Day encourages parents to make ‘play dates’ with their kids every day as a simple way to become a healthier, more active, and connected family. This year’s

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