What do you want to be when you grow up? I bet you’ve asked and answered that question more times than you can count. Did you grow up to be what you wanted? I hope, like me, you became everything you thought you’d never be. I became a storyteller. I am who I am because […]
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Heart health resources: 5 stories to read
February is American Heart Month. It is a time when Americans can devote attention to their heart health. The Racine County Eye and Kenosha Lens have curated a handful of heart-health-related stories from leading experts for Racine and Kenosha County residents to help focus their attention on their own cardiovascular health. Not only is American Heart […]
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American Heart Month: 7 things to know about AFib
February is American Heart Month and an important time to learn more about this common heart arrhythmia. Most people take a regular heartbeat for granted but according to the American Heart Association, at least 2.7 million Americans cannot. They are living with the most common form of irregular heartbeat known as atrial fibrillation, or AFib. […]
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10 Exercises to Add to Your Fitness Routine (& Strengthen Your Heart)
We know exercise and physical activity are important for a healthy lifestyle and to reduce the risk of developing health conditions like heart disease. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in Americans and can impact your life insurance, but exercise is one way to lower your risk. Life insurance is necessary to […]
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UW-Extension’s Squash Soup ready to eat in 45 minutes
February has brought frigid temperatures to Wisconsin. There’s no better way to warm up than with this hearty Squash Soup on a chilly day or night. UW-Extension’s Squash Soup is a filling meal that can be ready to serve in just 45 minutes. With the many types of winter squash available, there is sure to […]
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Op-Ed: A congestive heart failure diagnosis at 49 years old and my journey to better health
September 8, 2019, was a beautiful fall day, a Sunday made for a perfectly lazy day. But this day turned out not so perfect because I found out that I have congestive heart failure. I’m telling you this story because today is National Wear Red Day and February, the American Heart Association’s Heart Awareness Month. […]
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Women and heart disease: Ascension Cardiologist talks about Wear Red Day 2023
RACINE, Wis. — National Wear Red Day unites people across the United States each February during American Heart Month to spread awareness about heart disease, especially its impact on women. On Feb. 3, Americans will focus on going red for women and community members will take strides to raise awareness for heart disease. Dr. Desiree […]
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Preventing heart disease: America’s number 1 killer
February is American Heart Month and the perfect time to focus on heart health. Heart disease (cardiovascular disease, or CVD) is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Cardiovascular disease accounts for about one in three deaths every year and nearly one million deaths in 2020, according to […]
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A rise in cardiovascular-related deaths: highest among Asian, Black, Hispanic populations
The number of people dying from cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the U.S. escalating and it is impacting Asian, Black, and Hispanic populations the most. Cardiovascular disease, overall, includes coronary heart disease, stroke, heart failure, and hypertension/high blood pressure. Coronary heart disease includes clogged arteries or atherosclerosis of the heart, which can cause a heart attack. During the first year of […]
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Top 4 exercises that you can easily do in bed
Whether you are suffering from back pain or you just want to do a little exercise, there are a few exercises that you can do in bed. These exercises will help you stretch your lower back and hip rotators while strengthening your abdominal muscles. In this blog, you will look at a few more exercises […]
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6 Benefits of taking fish oil especially in fall and winter in Wisconsin
Let’s talk fish oil. Wisconsin winters are tough and let’s face it, they don’t make people want to go outside very often. The colder days, fewer hours of sunshine and the dry air make this season frigid and uncomfortable. You can expect snow during the day, snow at night, and days so cold it’ll take […]
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Take steps to prevent childhood lead exposure during National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
MADISON — National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week is observed now through Oct. 29. During this week, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) encourages all Wisconsinites to take steps to prevent and detect childhood lead exposure. Success in prevention and detection can be made by getting the facts, helping children get tested for lead exposure, […]
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Business Spotlight: The Joint Chiropractic in Racine
The nation’s largest network of chiropractor services is facilitated through The Joint Chiropractic franchise. Through their no-appointment needed, walk-in service business model, chiropractors in Racine are able to assist patients in need of treatment, when they need it. The goal of The Joint Chiropractic in Racine is to eliminate stress and give people in the […]
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Pritchard Park pickleball courts grand opening set for Oct. 19
RACINE – A grand opening and dedication ceremony for the county’s newest public pickleball courts is set for 3 p.m. Wednesday at Pritchard Park, 2800 Ohio St. Community members are invited to see the new facility and bring along their paddles and balls for a friendly game after the event. No registration is necessary. The […]
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NAMI presents local candidate forum Wednesday, Oct. 5
RACINE — A Legislative Advocacy Candidate Forum is planned for this Wednesday evening by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Racine County Chapter. The event starts at 6 p.m. at the Racine Public Library, 75 Seventh St. “It’s really important to bring awareness of these issues,” said Bridget Munson, NAMI Racine County executive director. […]