Although our winter so far has been a bit on the mild side, we all know that the howling winds and falling snow are right around the corner. Between those unfriendly elements and the darkness outside in the morning and at night, many exercise routines have the potential to be derailed. […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been recommending low-and moderate-risk activities to celebrate safely. […]
October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month. St. Peter’s Crime Victim Services offers support for victims/survivors. […]
Do you wake up each morning without an alarm clock refreshed, alert and ready for the day? Or do you drag yourself out of bed, grumbling until you get your first cup of coffee? Most Americans, unfortunately, fall into the latter category. […]
The issue of abuse and bullying among school-aged kids continues to make the news, with the National Center Against Bullying reporting last month that one in three students will be bullied in school, either in person or over social media channels. […]
Where can kids walk through a giant ear, see how smoking damages lungs and learn how to REALLY get their teeth as clean as possible to keep their healthy, precious smiles? Where else but at the area’s largest and most popular kid’s health education exhibit – Journey Through The Body – A Hands-on Discovery Adventure. Now celebrating its 16th year, Journey will be presented this Friday and Saturday, April 17 and 18, at Colonie Center. As always, the event is free and open to the public from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. The event is co-sponsored by WNYT-TV NewsChannel 13. WNYT Meteorologist Bob Kovachick and Anchor/Health Reporter Benita Zahn will be doing a live broadcast from the event on Friday, April 17, beginning at 5 p.m. At Journey Through The Body, kids can explore larger-than-life-sized models of the heart, brain, lungs, ear, teeth and more. Returning is The Big Colon – a 10-foot-long model that kids can walk into and see the inner workings […]
A measles outbreak that emerged in late December on the West Coast continues to remain in the news. Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease that spreads easily through the air or on infected surfaces. […]
Spring has finally sprung! The snow piles are (mostly) gone, the days are getting warmer, and flower beds and lawns are soon going to need some attention. Just remember green thumbs deserve TLC, too – so observe a little caution to keep this activity relaxing and enjoyable! […]
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and a good time to learn more about colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon and rectum) and how it can be prevented or best treated. […]
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