February 22, 2013 in Wadena Pioneer Journal
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, means there is too much tension or pressure in the vessels that carry blood from your heart to the rest of your body. Continue Reading
February 22, 2013 in Wadena Pioneer Journal
The Wadena City Council voted in a special meeting Feb. 15 to decide which architectural firm will continue designing the new Wellness Center. Continue Reading
February 8, 2013 in Wadena Pioneer Journal
When we talk about staying healthy, it seems that everyone (me included) spends an inordinate amount of time talking about staying active, eating right and getting your preventive screenings. Continue Reading
January 25, 2013 in Wadena Pioneer Journal
As we begin to think about the potential impact of Wadena’s new wellness center, which will be fully operational sometime in mid-to-late 2014, it’s important to think about the potential impact this much-needed facility will have on the health and well-being of the community’s children and young adults. Continue Reading
January 25, 2013 in Wadena Pioneer Journal
Wadena Mayor Wayne Wolden readily admits the county is one of the least healthy in the state. The new wellness center may work to fix that gap, but Wolden worries about a specific segment of the local population who won’t get to take advantage of the new place to stay fit. Continue Reading
January 23, 2013 in Wadena Pioneer Journal
Wadena Mayor Wayne Wolden readily admits the county is one of the least healthy in the state. The new wellness center may work to fix that gap, but Wolden worries about a specific segment of the local population who won’t get to take advantage of the new place to stay fit. Continue Reading
January 18, 2013 in Wadena Pioneer Journal
Over the last several weeks, I’ve shared three of the most important things you can do to maximize your personal health status. Continue Reading
September 14, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota wants to start a fitness movement among children in elementary school classrooms across the state. Continue Reading
July 8, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald
When Lisa Edwards learned she had cervical cancer in 2009, she called the parish nurse. “I need you,” the mother of three said to Cindy Rocco, a registered nurse who was employed by First Congregational Church in Hudson, Ohio, to help members with health problems. Continue Reading
June 11, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald
O’Neal Hampton lost nearly 170 pounds as a contestant on NBC’s “The Biggest Loser.” His teammate and daughter SunShine lost 100 pounds. Continue Reading
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