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This month we raise awareness and understanding about alcohol abuse and its impact on your health. More than 140,000 people die every year from alcohol misuse, making it one of the leading causes of preventable deaths.  

The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence started Alcohol Awareness Month in April of 1987 with the intention of targeting college-aged students who might be drinking too much, as part of their newfound freedom while away at school. It has since become a national movement to draw more attention to the stigma surrounding alcoholism and how to help families and communities deal with drinking problems. For many, denial is a common trait, with underestimating the amount they drink, the duration of their drinking problem and the impact that it has on their lives. Denial also comes into play for families and friends who are […]

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among both men and women in the United States. In 1964, President Lyndon Johnson issued the first proclamation declaring February American Heart Month. It’s to draw more attention to taking action to protect yourself against heart disease, but what does it actually mean to protect yourself against heart disease? 

Here are five ways that you can take a step in the right direction: 

1. Take charge of your own health. You’re the one that needs to make this a priority. This means making sure you’re doing your annual check ups and getting regular screenings on your blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol and body mass index. 
2. Balance calories eaten with physical activity. It can sometimes be difficult to fit working out into your schedule, but it’s important to make the time for it. A […]