Topics here will include issues that fall into the Prevention Division of the agency, which include – as the name implies – programs that help prevent disease in our state. You will find information about chronic diseases (cancer, heart health, breathing disorders) as well as tobacco use prevention. This area also includes education about Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and the Women, Infant and Children programs; both USDA programs that help provide nutrition to lower income residents.
Managing stress can improve physical and mental health, check in with yourself often
April is National Stress Awareness Month, which brings attention to the negative impact of stress. Managing stress is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Knowing how to manage your stress can improve mental and physical well-being, as well as help alleviate health-related issues. Stress takes a physical toll on the body. It causes fatigue, [...]