Wellness Newsletter: June 2021 View as Webpage

FEATURED ARTICLE  Outdoor Exercise Safety Tips As we move into summer, many will want to exercise outdoors to stay active and get some fresh air. That’s great news, as experts recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity each week. Working out in hot and humid weather can put extra stress on your body; however, there are simple precautions you can take to protect yourself. Workout Tips By moving your workout outdoors, you can boost your mood and improve your concentration. Also, you don’t need to stick to your own yard or neighborhood. Jogging trails, exercise parks, sports fields and stairs provide endless opportunities to switch up your workout. Read Full Article Download editable version of the newsletter here!

SUPPORTING ARTICLE Warning Signs and Symptoms of Heat Related Illness What Causes Heat-Related Illness?  Heat-related illnesses, like heat exhaustion or heat stroke, happen when the body is not able to properly cool itself. While the body normally cools itself by sweating, during extreme heat, this might not be enough. In these cases, a person’s body temperature rises faster than it can cool itself down. This can cause damage to the brain and other vital organs. Read Full Article CDC.gov

National Health Observances: June 2021

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SUMMER SAFETY 14 CAMPING SAFETY TIPS FOR THE GREAT OUTDOORS Infographic: nfpa.org: Campfire Safety Though fun is of the highest priority when adventuring in the great out-doors, there is one thing that is of even greater importance: safety. Safety should always come first when you’re camping, as it only takes one mishap for your entire camping trip to be ruined. Since that’s the last thing you want to happen, be sure you read on for our camping safety tips. Read Full Article Kampgrounds of America, Inc. NATIONAL AWARENESS MONTHLY SPOTLIGHT APHASIA AWARENESS  What is Aphasia?  Aphasia is an impairment of lan-guage, affecting the production or comprehension of speech and the ability to read or write. Aphasia is always due to injury to the brain-most commonly from a stroke, particularly in older individuals. But brain injuries resulting in aphasia may also arise from head trauma, from brain tumors, or from infections.  Read Full Article National Aphasia Association

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