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12
Apr

Distracted Driving is Dangerous Driving

In 2010, the U.S. House of Representatives designated April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month in order to educate Americans about the dangers of using a smart phone or other electronic device while driving. Despite warnings that the use of an electronic device while driving can lead to crashes, injuries and even death, many Americans still continue to use one while

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8
Mar

March Is Save Your Vision Month

Each March, the American Optometric Association (AOA) celebrates Save Your Vision Month. This year, the focus of the observance is on preventing workplace eye strain and eye injuries. Whether you spend your work day on a computer or wielding a heavy piece of machinery, taking the proper precautions to protect your eyes is crucial. The AOA reports that visual discomfort,

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22
Feb

Tips for Eye Health & Safety

Keep your eyes healthy!

8
Feb

Matters of the Heart

Consider becoming an organ donor.

21
Dec

Stay Well This Holiday Season

Make the holidays happy and healthy with a few easy steps.

7
Dec

Ringing in the National Jingle Bell Walk/Run

Keep moving throughout the year to keep joints healthy and happy!

16
Nov

Concussion Awareness & Prevention

A concussion is an injury of the brain and should be taken seriously.

2
Nov

Fun Fall Activities

Fall offers many family-friendly activities.

19
Oct

Bone & Joint Health National Awareness Week

Bone and joint conditions affect nearly one in two Americans over the age of 18.

5
Oct

October is National Physical Therapy Month

Physical therapy is your ticket to movement.

21
Sep

Celebrating Family Health & Fitness Day

This year marks the 16th annual Family Health and Fitness Day USA, a national health and fitness event for families, set for Saturday, September 29, 2012. (It is always held on the last Saturday in September.) The event’s purpose is to promote family involvement in physical activity, which is one of the goals of the U.S. Surgeon General’s Report on

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7
Sep

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Diagnosis of prostate cancer in early stages can produce good outcomes for survival.