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Resources for ADHD Support

Resources for ADHD Support

  • Post published:October 30, 2023
  • Post author:Victoria Vogel

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a very treatable condition that affects 366 million adults (according to the Journal of Global Health). It is a treatable and manageable condition with the…

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Health on the Shelf:  Yoga, Anyone?

Health on the Shelf: Yoga, Anyone?

  • Post published:August 2, 2023
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

Yoga has numerous benefits. Yoga helps to improve stress management, cardiovascular health, mental health, balance and posture, just to name a few. If you are curious about yoga and want…

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Health on the Shelf: We’ve Got Your Back

Health on the Shelf: We’ve Got Your Back

  • Post published:February 13, 2023
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

Looking for ways to keep your back strong and healthy? Check out the list below for some ideas in books, DVDs, and eBooks. Have a question about the back or…

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Dry January-Titles for the Teetotalers

Dry January-Titles for the Teetotalers

  • Post published:January 18, 2023
  • Post author:Victoria Vogel

We are almost through this first month of the year. Many of us are trying to cut back, or abstain from alcohol in the name of Dry January. And with…

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Health on the Shelf: Inflammation Situation

Health on the Shelf: Inflammation Situation

  • Post published:December 21, 2022
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

I know - this might not be the best time of year to talk about healthy eating. But if you are looking for ways to improve your diet, you probably…

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The Benefits of Water, Inside and Out

The Benefits of Water, Inside and Out

  • Post published:November 1, 2022
  • Post author:Jessica M.

Humans and water are inseparable. We drink it, work with it, exhale it, and play with it. The human body can only last mere days without it. It has been…

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Health on the Shelf: Meditative May

Health on the Shelf: Meditative May

  • Post published:May 17, 2022
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

Adopt the pace of nature: Her secret is patienceRalph Waldo Emerson The warmer weather, the clearer skies, the birds singing, the abundant daylight - this time of year always seems…

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National Library Week: Connect to your Health

National Library Week: Connect to your Health

  • Post published:April 6, 2022
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

I confess, I have a relative who asks me every time I see him, "how are all the books?" I try my best to remind him that while books are…

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Health on the Shelf: Clean Eats

Health on the Shelf: Clean Eats

  • Post published:March 22, 2022
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

Spring is here . . Spring Cleaning . . . Clean Eating! What is clean eating? According to the Mayo Clinic, clean eating is eating foods that are as close…

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Health on the Shelf: Self-Care During American Heart Month

Health on the Shelf: Self-Care During American Heart Month

  • Post published:February 13, 2022
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

The National Institute of Mental Health defines Self-Care as "taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health." During…

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Health on the Shelf: Thyroid Awareness

Health on the Shelf: Thyroid Awareness

  • Post published:January 6, 2022
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

The Thyroid is often described as a butterfly-shaped gland at the base of your neck. I always liked that analogy. January is Thyroid Awareness Month. If you are struggling with…

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Health on the Shelf: Academic Testing

Health on the Shelf: Academic Testing

  • Post published:December 1, 2021
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

Are you studying for an entrance or certification exam in the healthcare field? The library has study guides in the collection that can help you to prepare for your exam.…

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Health on the Shelf: Behind the Medical Curtain

Health on the Shelf: Behind the Medical Curtain

  • Post published:November 1, 2021
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

Medical dramas have always been popular shows to watch on TV or to stream. The Good Doctor, The Resident, and House are just a few examples. And I am sure…

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Environmental Wellness

Environmental Wellness

  • Post published:October 28, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

.Environmental wellness is a term established by the Center for Environmental Health in 1980. Having been established approximately 40 years ago, it is a relatively new concept. Environmental wellness refers…

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Resources to Help Kids Deal with Anxiety in an Ever-Changing World

Resources to Help Kids Deal with Anxiety in an Ever-Changing World

  • Post published:October 27, 2021
  • Post author:Victoria Vogel

School is back in session, and the routine of day-to-day is back in swing. After a tumultuous 2020 school year, this one promises to be much smoother...or maybe not. With…

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Tea and Wellness

Tea and Wellness

  • Post published:October 26, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

Tea and wellness go hand in hand. We were very fortunate to visit Carlos at The Tea Lab in Lakewood, Ohio. Carlos shares both the benefits of how tea relates…

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Crafting for Mental Health – Finding a Balance

Crafting for Mental Health – Finding a Balance

  • Post published:October 25, 2021
  • Post author:Katie S.

When I started looking for scientific/medical resources espousing the mental health benefits of crafting, I found primarily anecdotal evidence. This anecdotal evidence was mostly about knitting and crocheting and some…

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Health on the Shelf: Health Literacy

Health on the Shelf: Health Literacy

  • Post published:October 1, 2021
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

October is Health Literacy Month and highlights the importance of easy-to-understand reliable health information. Your library is an excellent resource for health information and can help you to take control…

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Health on the Shelf: National Preparedness Month

Health on the Shelf: National Preparedness Month

  • Post published:September 1, 2021
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

When I was 13, I was at a softball game in late May playing out in left field. Suddenly, the game stopped and everyone looked towards the sky. Across the…

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Health on the Shelf:  Start with your Heart

Health on the Shelf: Start with your Heart

  • Post published:August 1, 2021
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

If you are looking for ways to become healthier, you can always start with your heart. Don't wait until January to make New Year's resolutions, or February when hearts are…

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Health on the Shelf:  Epi-genetically Speaking

Health on the Shelf: Epi-genetically Speaking

  • Post published:July 1, 2021
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

I always thought that your genes were sort of like your fingerprint -- you get what you get, and you cannot change it. While this may be basically true, the…

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Health on the Shelf:  Brainy Books

Health on the Shelf: Brainy Books

  • Post published:June 1, 2021
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

Books on brains get our attention! This, of course, is especially true in the area of Health and Wellness. Following is a list of six beneficial brain books that examine…

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Yoga is for Everyone!

Yoga is for Everyone!

  • Post published:September 24, 2020
  • Post author:Nancy Sabo

Yoga is for kids, football players, ballerinas, moms, dads, and even grandparents! It's a wonderful way to stay healthy both physically and mentally, and it's also lots of fun! You…

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Healthy Parenting for Everyone

Healthy Parenting for Everyone

  • Post published:September 22, 2020
  • Post author:Victoria Vogel

In honor of our Virtual Health Fair Week, we are taking a moment to spotlight some of our titles that focus on healthy parenting, both in mind and body. This…

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