Posted on October 16, 2014
The original purpose of a scarecrow was to keep unwanted birds away from the crops. Today scarecrows have made the transition to be one of the most popular Halloween decorations. Be creative when making your scarecrow, use bright and bold colors, you can put them up next to corn stalks or sit them on a […]
Posted on October 15, 2014
I love apple picking more than anyone in my family – every year we chose a beautiful fall weekend to head to the Vermont mountain orchards to pick apples. I find it to be a great family bonding activity, plus we make apple crisps and applesauce later. You know the saying: “An apple a day keeps […]
Posted on October 14, 2014
With all the beauty of the fall foliage also comes the job of raking leaves! This year think of it as something fun to do with your kids. Get everyone involved, no matter how young or old. Each family member will need a rake of the right size so they can create as big a pile […]
Posted on October 13, 2014
Fall in New England looks and smells GREAT!!! The fall season is such a fun time to get outside, enjoy the fresh air and have some fun with your family! Each day this week visit my blog to get ideas for outdoor activities! And check out my pumpkin carving safety tips at the end of the […]
Posted on October 10, 2014
The Rays of Hope Walk in Springfield, Massachusetts is celebrating 21 years of hope! Join Health New England on October 19, 2014 as we hit the pavement in support of breast health in western Massachusetts! Since 1994, Rays of Hope has raised nearly $12 million, all of which has remained in our communities. Rays of Hope […]
Posted on October 9, 2014
Can physical activity reduce the risk of breast cancer? Exercise boosts the immune system and helps you to keep your weight in check. With as little as three hours of exercise per week, or about 30 minutes a day, a woman can begin to lower her risk of breast cancer. This doesn’t require going […]
Posted on October 8, 2014
Welcome back! There is a lot of information out on the web but it doesn’t mean it is all true! As with most health conditions, there is misinformation that leads to misunderstanding. I have found this great article from the National Breast Cancer Organization that helps answers some of the myths that might be out there. Read […]
Posted on October 7, 2014
Hello! Yesterday I talked about breast cancer statistics. Today I would like to talk about detection and treatment. Here are some great tips from cancer.gov that I thought would be a good to share. Please forward along to family and friends so they can be informed too!! Detection Screening mammography and physical examination of the breasts can […]
Posted on October 6, 2014
The Hard Facts About Breast Cancer: According to the United State Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) breast cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death among women in the United States. Screenings, such as self-breast exams and mammography and improved treatments have been credited with the significant reductions in the number of deaths resulting […]
Posted on October 2, 2014
As promised, I have listed part 2 of my advice for parents and guardians about bullying. I hope that this week I have enlightened you all on how important it is to be aware of how bullying can effect your child’s mental well being. Remember, we all have the power to help, stop or eliminate […]