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New Dietary Guidelines Emphasize Healthy Eating over a Lifetime
Jan 7, 2016
A lifetime of healthy eating helps prevent chronic diseases like obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, and Type 2 diabetes, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Together, the two federal agencies are responsible for releasing a new edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans every
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“Protect Your Parts” to Raise Awareness about Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Dec 1, 2015
Protect Your Parts. That is the message from the Sioux Falls Health Department related to Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), which are health concerns in the community.
The terms STDs and STIs are often used interchangeably, according to Dr. Jennifer Tinguely, Chief Medical Officer for Falls Community Health, although there
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Be Careful Out There! #MoveWell Tips for Winter Weather
Nov 23, 2015
Our area didn't get a chance to ease into winter weather with the recent snowstorm, so chances are, you have already had your first experience of the season either driving or walking on snow and ice.
As we move into this wintry time of year, here are some important tips to help you #MoveWell when there is snow or ice on the ground.
Walking on Snow and Ice
- Wear stable
