I first learned about heart disease when my dad had a stroke. He was in his mid-60s, and I remember him saying that he'd been having chest discomfort for years but didn't think much of it because it was “just indigestion.” Then, after a year of declining health, my...
Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year starts today on February 1! It is an exciting celebration for Chinese people. Not only do the Chinese celebrate the Lunar New Year, but other Asian countries celebrate it, too. The Chinese New Year is based on Chinese zodiac...
With the new year officially in full swing, we can now focus on our newfound goals and the causes near and dear to our hearts. As American Heart Month begins this February, all of us at Her Nexx Chapter, Inc. could not be happier to partner with the American Heart...
Lately, people have been spending a lot more time on their smartphones and tablets, perhaps without even realizing that those devices are not good for their brains. Puzzles are healthy while electronic devices such as these can be rather unhealthy. As we recognize...
As early as 1767 toys were made requiring the skill to build and the most notable would be the jigsaw puzzle. In 1913 the erector set emerged on the toy scene with a national advertising campaign in the Saturday Evening Post and Popular Mechanics. Frank Lloyd...
February marks the start of American Heart Month, and for us at Her Nexx Chapter, it signals the beginning of a new collaboration with the American Heart Association. We couldn’t be more excited to share about this new relationship with an organization that has had...
Navigating our own healthcare can be daunting at any time. If you have a serious illness, it can be overwhelming. With the extra stress on healthcare due to Covid, things are even more complex. How do we manage? My friend Judy, out of necessity, has learned a few...
National Cheese Lovers Day is upon us, and I for one think it’s a gouda day to celebrate. The first recorded cheese was made by accident when a sheepherder stored the sheep's milk for too long and the milk separated and became whey. Then the brave shepherds tried...
“When I grow up...” was a promise I made to this little girl in the picture; how can I let her down? She has gone through a lot, changed her place multiple times to adjust to the environment, but she couldn’t change her dreams. She does not know how to give up; she...
For many of us, this is a time of year we actively seek out ways to effect change in our lives. Making resolutions and mapping out plans for the months ahead can help us step into the new year with a sense of purpose and determination. Regardless of the time of...
National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is observed annually on January 11 in order to raise awareness of this common but hidden crime. January marks the month of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention, but this day is especially dedicated to the...
Houseplants are no longer a luxury only for the wealthy. Now anyone can pick up a small succulent for the price of a fancy coffee. Over the last century in American culture, we have been bringing the outdoors in as we spend more time inside. We know limiting our...
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