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WINSTON-SALEM, NC — Take a STEP toward better health and join a free walking program in Winston-Salem. Now in its fourth year, each walk is led by a local healthcare provider and is open to people of all ages and abilities.
Residents of North Carolina have to be ready for all kinds of disasters––hurricanes, wildfires, floods––and their attendant woes, including prolonged power outages. You’ll want to pack a to-go bag before a disaster, not in the middle of one. Consider these items and add more for your own situation.
The Summer Nutrition & Cooking Series is for everyone who wants to learn about how to make delicious solo meals this summer.
Becca R. Levy, a Yale University professor of public health and psychology, has found in her research that people who have taken in negative beliefs from society about aging are more likely to have health problems such as heart attacks, chronic stress, and walking and balance problems.
Heather, a Greenville North Carolina resident, lost her primary care provider and a year later, she still does not have a new PCP.
When AARP volunteer Anita Harrison does a walk audit in a community, she keeps a sharp eye out for crosswalks and traffic signals, or the lack of them.
RALEIGH — Are you one of thousands of North Carolinians who are having a hard time getting a health appointment or even finding health care without having to travel great distances?
I love North Carolina and I understand why our state is one of the most rapidly growing retirement places in the US. I am glad we are growing, but I must admit that I am also worried about our ability to keep up with the growth.
Physical fitness isn’t just for the young or athletic. Thanks to trainers like Elizabeth Moakler, physical fitness can foster a sense of community and transcend geographical boundaries.
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