Fire Safety Awareness: Empowering Communities to Prevent Fires
It’s essential to recognize the increased risks of fires, particularly as people are using heating devices and celebrating holidays. This month serves as a crucial reminder for individuals and families to prioritize fire safety in their homes and communities....
Every Drop Counts: Celebrating National Blood Donor Month
January is recognized as National Blood Donor Month, but what makes blood and blood donation so important? What is blood? Blood is an essential bodily fluid that constantly flows through your body keeping it working. It has four main components: red blood cells, white...
High Blood Pressure? Know your Risk!
According to the American Heart Association, recommended blood pressure values should be a systolic (upper number) less than 120 mm Hg and a diastolic (lower number) less than 80 mm Hg. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is when blood pressure is consistently...
How Important is Sleep for Your Overall Health?
Did you know that 35% of adults in the U.S. do not get the recommended 7 or more hours of sleep each night [1]? Sleep deprivation is on the rise and can negatively affect overall health. The body’s ability to function properly and to feel rested is dependent upon how...
Feeling Stressed? Go Outside!
In the middle of the daily jungle of stressors, there lies a powerful antidote: nature. Research has shown time and again that spending time in green spaces can significantly reduce stress levels and improve overall well-being. And here in Wakulla County, we are...
Mental Health: It’s Your Job!
We spend a considerable amount of time at work. Often, we spend more time with our co-workers than we do our own families. Fostering a workplace that promotes positive mental health is good for everyone. A positive work environment enhances productivity, job...
High Blood Sugar? Try These Treats!
Maintaining a healthy diet can be challenging, especially for individuals managing high blood sugar levels. Choosing the right snacks is crucial for avoiding blood sugar spikes and keeping energy levels stable throughout the day. Here, we explore several healthy snack...
Thanksgiving Survival Guide
Thanksgiving, like other holidays, promises gratitude and togetherness, but it can also bring stress, awkward moments, and even indigestion. As family members gather - from near and far - to share a meal, navigating conflicting personalities, differing opinion, and...
Seasons of Depression
As leaves change color and days grow shorter, seasonal depression can start affecting some individuals. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression with seasonal patterns, often begins in young adulthood and becomes more likely with age, especially for...
Bringing Awareness to Sickle Cell
September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, designated by Congress to highlight the need for research and treatment of sickle cell disease (SCD). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines SCD as a group of inherited red blood cell disorders...