January 1st is the perfect time for new beginnings; it’s a fresh opportunity to take steps to make the coming year your best one yet. Making New Year’s resolutions isn’t a new tradition – far from it! It dates back to 2000 B.C. to the ancient Babylonians, an agrarian...
Give the Gift of Life Have you ever thought about being a hero? You can do it! In fact, all you need to do is donate a pint of blood to a community blood drive.And, as luck would have it, in time for National Blood Donor Month (January), Faith Community Health System...
Alcohol without Overindulging - Start with Dry January Office parties, family gatherings, nights out with friends - it seems that so many of our social activities throughout the year revolve around food and drinks. While most of us are able to raise a glass without...
Psssst! It’s time to get a little personal. Can we talk about No. 2? Everyone experiences issues with “going” from time to time. Whether it’s an uncomfortable bout of constipation or you’re running to the nearest facility because of severe diarrhea, the symptoms...
It’s that time of year again, when daylight hours dwindle, temperatures plummet, and so many of us experience the return of the “winter blues.” “Take comfort in knowing that what you’re experiencing is very real and you’re not alone. Let’s identify if what...
Affectionately known as “The Holidays,” the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Years can be a tricky time for those of us looking to maintain the healthy lifestyle we follow. And, you know what happens once the ball starts rolling down the ‘hill of gluttony,’...
It’s Medicare enrollment time again. If you are 65 or older, you have until Dec. 7 to make a change to your Medicare enrollment.*Are you considering making a switch to Medicare Advantage during this year’s open enrollment period? Or, maybe you’re a first-time Medicare...
October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month. If you are like many women, you put off making your mammogram appointment for any number of reasons.In our neck of the woods, many families find themselves traveling for healthcare – particularly for specialized screenings....
Kids, young and old, can’t wait for Oct. 31st each year; it’s Halloween! Whether you love the decorations, look forward to parties or just love candy, there are plenty of things you can do to make the official start of the holiday season plenty of fun, and far less...
The third annual Pink Warrior Luncheon in honor of late Jacksboro native Jennifer Nichols Gasca is set for Oct. 19 at JR’s Chophouse. Thank you to all our wonderful donors and supporters!!If you missed out on a seat at this year’s event, you can still support Faith...