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Binge Drinking

What is Binge Drinking? Okay. When you hear the term Binge Drinking- don’t think that someone is referring to the time you took a sip of Aunt Dottie’s wine at a wedding last year. Binge Drinking is the heavy consumption...

Children and the flu

Kids share lots of things, including germs. The best way to help protect yourself and your family from the flu is to get vaccinated each year. Children are the main source of infection of flu in the home and...

Drug Abuse

Drug Abuse vs. Addiction So you have a lot on your plate right now. You are pressured to make good grades so that you can graduate, keep your room clean so your parents won’t yell at you, pay enough attention...

Flu Facts

Every year, up to 20 percent of the population gets the flu and 200,000 people are hospitalized due to flu complications. So how can you protect yourself? Get a flu shot, and keep reading to learn more about flu prevention...

Flu Symptoms

Common symptoms of the flu include: • High fever • Headache • Tiredness • Cough • Sore throat • Runny or stuffy nose • Body aches • Diarrhea (more common in children than adults) Although it is sometimes hard to...

Flu Vaccination

There are two types of flu vaccines: The flu shot The flu shot is an inactivated vaccine (containing killed virus) that is given with a needle, usually in the arm. The flu shot is approved for use in people older...

Get the Facts, Then Get Vaxed!

Are you 11-19 yrs of age? Then you need to be vaccinated! Vaccines aren't just for kids anymore.

Goal Setting: Are you on the winning or losing team?

Excited about going back to school? Well, even if your answer is no, I have some good news for you. School, and life in general, can be a lot more meaningful and happy if you decide to set some goals...

Healthy Fast Food Choices

Fast food can be healthy food if you know what to look for and order, and have the will power to follow through. With a little bit of effort, you can ensure that the fast-food meals you choose fall within...

Pre and Post Hurricane Safety Messages

Check out these important tips to help you stay safe before and after a hurricane.

Surviving the Holidays

The Holiday Season is coming up and although it is supposed to be a time of peace, love & happiness, it can be pretty stressful. Here are a few tips to help you enjoy your time, family & friends a...

Teens and Diabetes

What Is Diabetes? Diabetes is a disease that affects how the body uses glucose, a sugar that is the body's main source of fuel. Like a CD player needs batteries, your body needs glucose to keep running. Here's how it...

Who Should Be Vaccinated?

The best way to prevent getting the flu is to get a flu vaccination every year; however, according to the Centers for Disease Control, the flu shot is especially important for people who are at high risk for flu complications,...

Why Do Teens Try To Kill Themselves?

Dear Lord, you done took so many of my people I'm just wonderin' why you haven't taken my life. Like what am I doing right?” – The Game Most teens interviewed after making a suicide attempt say that they did...