North Memorial presents free men’s health event Sept. 21 in Maple Grove

Posted on September 4th, 2010
Men's Health is a popular annual event sponsored by North Memorial, featuring health screenings, prizes, a light meal and presentations from health care experts on timely topics. The free Men's Health event will be Tuesday, Sept. 21, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Maple Grove Community Center, 12951 Weaver Lake Rd. in Maple Grove. Click to see complete post

SCBP Community Health Fair - Vendors wanted

Posted on September 4th, 2010
The Somerset County Business Partnership, Hillsborough Township, and the Hillsborough Pool, Racquet & Fitness Club will sponsor the “Somerset County Community Health at Wellness Fair on Saturday, October 9, 2010 from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. The Fair will take place at the Hillsborough Township, and the Hillsborough Pool, Racquet & Fitness Club, 345 Amwell Road in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Click to see complete post

Minister Harney Launches The Findings Of The All-Ireland Traveller Health Study

Posted on September 3rd, 2010
Mary Harney, Minister for Health & Children, yesterday (Thursday 2nd September, 2010) welcomed the publication of the findings of the All-Ireland Traveller Health Study, which she launched in July 2007... Click to see complete post

Health: Fish oil benefits low for heart attack patients

Posted on September 3rd, 2010
Fish oil has long been touted as one of nature's heart-helping natural compounds, but is it worth popping that jellied pill as part of your nutrition regime? Click to see complete post

Health Scene calendar

Posted on September 2nd, 2010
American Red Cross Blood Drives -- Martinez: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, 2500 Alhambra Ave. Appointments, 800-733-2767, www.redcrossblood.org (code: ccrmc)).Walnut Creek: noon-5 p.m Sept. 8. John Muir Medical Center, Ball Auditorium, 1601 Ygnacio Valley Road. Appointments, 800-733-2767, www.redcrossblood.org (code ... Click to see complete post

Floyd County Schools nutrition program receives School meals for Healthy Children Award

Posted on September 2nd, 2010
The Floyd County Schools nutrition program has been recognized by the Georgia Department of Education for compliance with the School Meals Initiative for Healthy Children. The School Meals Initiat... Click to see complete post

Nutrition and healthy eating

Posted on September 2nd, 2010
Jennifer K. Nelson, M.S., R.D., L.D., C.N.S.D. Jennifer Nelson is your link to a better diet. As specialty editor of the nutrition and healthy eating guide, she plays a vital role in bringing you healthy recipes and meal planning. Click to see complete post

Health and Wellness: some healthy school-year resolutions

Posted on September 2nd, 2010
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — The new school year is off to a fresh start and like the beginning of the new year, this is a great time to make and strengthen health resolutions. The Latin quotation “mens sana in corpore sano” means a strong mind in a healthy body. Click to see complete post

Health Conscious Fast Food Comes to DC

Posted on September 1st, 2010
WASHINGTON DC -- Like many people who live life on the fast track – working long hours and grabbing quick meals here and there, Karen Woolard Finley had come to know that lifestyle quite well. “I’ve always been health conscious,... Click to see complete post

Deal or No Deal Lunch and Learn

Posted on September 1st, 2010
Health? To find the answer come to Lunch & Learn, Friday, September 17, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall of Spearman Church of Christ. Nutrition and Disease Prevention, weight control, and tips for improving nutrition through wise grocery shopping and label reading. Click to see complete post