Nurses Week is an annual celebration dedicated to honoring and recognizing the invaluable contributions of nurses to healthcare and society as a whole. This week-long event typically takes place from May 6-12, ending on the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the...
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3D Sonogram Allows Pregnant Women to ‘See’ Their Baby Before It’s Born
Gone are the days when you have to wait until your baby is born to see what he or she looks like, thanks to the 3D ultrasound technology available at Faith Community Hospital in Jacksboro. Jordan Sizemore, sonographer at Faith, loves to watch the faces of parents who...
Embrace the Sun Safely: May Marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month
When it comes to skin cancer, the sun doesn't discriminate based on age, gender or beliefs. Regardless of who you are, prolonged exposure to the sun's rays without adequate protection poses a real threat to your skin, increasing the risk of developing skin cancer....
Gardening is Good for You – In More Ways than One
When you think about gardening, you might focus on the fruits of your labor. Perhaps you are a flower lover and enjoy pruning your rose bush or lilac tree to bring the gorgeous blooms inside to adorn your table. Or, maybe you are a fruit and veggie fan. What’s better...
Games Let You Have Fun while Keeping Your Skills Sharp
It should come as no surprise that people play games because they are fun! In fact, research shows that 65 percent of adults in the United States say playing games gives them a way to socialize – and everyone loves to laugh with friends and family. The hidden truth is...
Walk Your Way to Fitness During ‘Move More Month’
When given the choice to get out there and get moving, do you prefer to watch TV or read or do some other (somewhat) sedentary activity? You, my friend, might be what some might call a “couch potato.” Quiet time is...
Finding Positive Ways to Manage Stress
Stress is unavoidable. Period. Whether we’re juggling our family with our career, worrying about money, caring for sick or elderly parents or even taking care of our own health concerns, there are an infinite number of ways to become stressed out. Typically, we can...
Pregnant Women Get by with a Little Help from Clear Choice
Having a baby is an expensive proposition and Clear Choice Pregnancy Resource Center, working in conjunction with Faith Community Health System, offers a way to obtain essential information and items new parents need. Julie Hopkins, who has served as executive...
Maintaining Body Strength at Every Age
Remember the days when you could run around and not get winded? You had all the energy in the world and wondered why those older than you preferred relaxation to activity? Energy and body strength are gifts enjoyed by fit individuals who maintain a love of exercise,...
How Much Do You Know About Nutrition?
It’s likely you know there are recommended daily allowances of foods from various food groups. And, regardless of how good sweet treats taste, you know that fatty, sugary foods should be consumed in moderation. Since March is National Nutrition Month, we thought we...