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September is National Preparedness Month
Are you ready? We have some advice from ready.gov about the ways you and your family can stay safe and be prepared for disasters! Kids Children are the future & an important part of building a national culture of preparedness. Prepare your kids for disasters and emergencies. Take time to make a plan and have […]
10 Back-To-School Tips for Your Family This Year
“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!” Benjamin Franklin Can you believe its time to go back to school already? As summer comes to an end and South Florida back-to-school season begins, it can be hard to get back into a regular schedule — both for kids and adults. This transition period […]
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Heart-Healthy Benefits of Chocolate
Did you know? July 7 is World Chocolate Day! We thought you would like to know how good chocolate can be for you in moderation. Dark chocolate is the chocolate of choice when you want to indulge in a heart-healthy way. Chocolate comes from Cacao, a bean full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Many studies […]
Men’s Health Month
Did you know? June is Men’s Health Month, a national observance used to raise awareness about health care for men and focus on encouraging boys, men and their families to practice and implement healthy living decisions, such as exercising and eating healthy. This is the perfect time to learn more about preventable health problems and […]
Summer Sun Safety
June is here and summer is around the corner. If you’re in South Florida, however, summer temperatures and activities are already here. Spending time outside without the proper protection raises your skin cancer risk. Here are some reminders on how to protect your skin from the sun. While protection from UV rays is important all […]
CHS is #AlwaysON During Hurricane Season
The 2022 Hurricane Season is here! We’ve taken every precaution to make sure our nursing homes, hospitals, and assisted living facilities remain safe with installed custom generators that exceed government regulations. Our priority is to ensure yours or your loved one’s safety, comfort and most importantly peace of mind. Learn more about Catholic Health Services […]
May is Stroke Month
May is National Stroke Awareness Month and Catholic Health Services wants you to know that rehabilitation is key in recovering from a stroke. While strokes can vary in type and severity, many patients and their loved ones face important decisions about rehab everyday. Stroke recovery can seem overwhelming, but rehabilitation can help regain your strength, […]
Five Steps to Manage Stress
April is National Stress Awareness Month Everyone can experience stress in different ways and as such, it is difficult to define stress in one single way, but the most common explanation of stress is a physical, mental, or emotional strain or tension. Here are 5 steps to help you manage stress: Is there anything else […]
What Happens To Our Bodies When We Don’t Get Enough Sleep?
March is Sleep Awareness Month and sleep is one of the most important ways we can fuel our bodies. We always hear people boasting about how well they’re eating and how much they’re working out. But we rarely hear anyone talking the same way about their sleep. The reality is many of us do not […]
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Tips for Healthy Eating on a Budget
Eating healthy can be expensive but it’s one of the best investments we can make for our health. Eating on a budget doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice nutrition. With a little know-how and planning, you can enjoy nutritious foods without breaking the bank.A diet that includes plenty of vegetables, fruits, and lean proteins is […]