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Poison Prevention Week
Mar 23, 2022
It is National Poison Prevention Week—a week designed to shed light on the dangers of substances to adults, children, and pets. So what is a poison? A poison is any substance that is harmful to your body. You might swallow it, inhale it, inject it, or absorb it through your skin. Any substance can be poisonous if too much is taken. We wanted to recap some simple facts and
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Celebrating National Nutrition Month
Mar 2, 2022
Special thanks to Falls Community Health dietitian Gavin Van De Walle, MS, RDN, LN, for this article.
Every March marks National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the professional association that represents registered dietitians.
This month is a great time to learn about making informed food choices and developing
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February is American Heart Month
Feb 1, 2022
Cardiovascular disease, including heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure, is the No. 1 killer of American women and men, taking a life every 36 seconds.
Nearly half of all Americans have at least one major risk factor for heart disease...many don’t know it...and others are slow to act upon warning signs. Risk factors include family history of heart disease,
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