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Men's Health Month
June 01, 2022It probably comes as no surprise that there are notable differences in the health of men compared to women. But when you take a closer look at the statistics outlining this health disparity, it can be quite alarming.
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Matter of the Mind: Why Your Mental Health Matters and How You Can Care for It
May 18, 2022When you think about your health, what first comes to mind? For many – if not most – of us, it’s probably our physical health. Are we eating healthy? Are we exercising regularly? Are we feeling tired? Or ill? Do our joints ache? Have we scheduled our annual check-up?
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April 2022 Monthly Health Article – Allergy Season
April 05, 2022A is for April…and Allergies: What to Do When Allergens Attack
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Help Lee County Improve Our Community's Health-Take our health assessment survey
March 20, 2022The Lee Community Action Network (LeeCAN) “A Healthy Carolinians Partnership”, Central Carolina Hospital, and the Lee County Health Department are launching the 2022 Community Health Assessment survey today and are asking for the public’s feedback on the community’s health.
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From Must-See TV to Must-Screen for Me? Why It Might Be Time for a Colonoscopy
March 01, 2022In the 1980s and 1990s, the NBC broadcast network began branding their primetime lineups to promote their sitcoms and dramas. One phrase in particular quickly entered the pop culture lexicon after it debuted in 1993. The phrase? Must See TV. If you were a teenager in the early ‘90s and remember trying to rush through your homework to watch that night’s Must-See TV lineup, it could be time for another “must” – a colonoscopy.
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Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart
February 28, 2022Thank you for joining us on this 28-day journey of heart health. We hope you’ve found it helpful and that you’ve learned something about your heart that you may not have known before.
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Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom
February 27, 2022You’ve got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease?
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Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
February 26, 2022You probably know that healthy eating and regular physical activity are critically important to maintaining good heart health.
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Minutes Matter: Knowing the Signs Can Save a Life
February 25, 2022When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient in the days to come.
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Heart Health at Any Age
February 24, 2022Things change as we get older. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from how you take care of yourself today. That said, it’s important to understand what you should keep in mind as you age.
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Got Kids? Give ‘Em Heart!
February 23, 2022As a parent, there are a number of great reasons to get your kids to think of their health as a priority.
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We Heart Dessert
February 23, 2022How many of us want to beat a hasty path to the freezer for a few scoops of ice cream after dinner?
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Sleeping Beauty
February 21, 2022Consistently getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most beneficial things you can do for the health of your mind and body.
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Your Once-A-Year Day: Annual Screenings are Good for Your Heart
February 20, 2022Playing an active role in your preventive health is a key factor in preventing heart disease and managing your risk factors for heart problems
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It Does That? Fun Facts About Your Hard-Working Heart
February 19, 2022Your heart is one hard-working muscle – a fascinating, giant pump that’s working every second of every minute of every day.
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How to Have a Heart-to-Heart about Health
February 18, 2022Understanding the risk factors, signs and symptoms of heart disease can have a big impact on the likelihood of a positive outcome and a strong recovery when issues arise.
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How Weight Weighs on Your Heart
February 17, 2022Many of us have made New Years resolutions to lose weight, eat healthier and exercise. When we don’t always follow through, it’s not because we don’t want to be healthier. More often, life just gets in the way.
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Heart Health Starts at Home
February 16, 2022After a long day, it’s easy to put your feet up and grab the remote. This may help you unwind, but it won’t do your heart any favors.
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Give Your Brown Bag a Boost
February 15, 2022You’re at work. It’s lunchtime. Your brown bag lunch is waiting for you in the fridge. Maybe it’s two-day-old meatloaf. Maybe it’s a turkey sandwich. Either way, you’re not too thrilled about it.
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Time Out: Does Your Heart Need a Break?
February 14, 2022You wake up early, start making breakfast and lunches so you can get the kids fed, dressed and ready for the school day. Follow that with eight or more hours at work, sandwiched between any other obligations you may have.
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