Written by Alexandra Black MPH, RD, LDN, Health Promotion Manager, IHRSA
It can sometimes feel as though every other week there is a new “controversy” in the health and wellness world. Is running good for you, or will it increase the risk of joint injury? Is fat heart healthy or cancer causing?…
Written by Dr. David Geier, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Now that school is out, kids have time to play and get exercise. Unfortunately, far too many children spend hours each day watching television and doing other activities in front of a screen rather than being physically active.
In a 2013 policy statement, the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Council on Communications and Media estimated that 8- to 10-year-olds spend about eight hours each day engaging in various forms of media.…
Written by Laura Shipp, National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation
On Sunday, June 7, tens of thousands of people around the world gathered in their local communities to observe the 28th annual National Cancer Survivors Day® (NCSD).
NCSD is an annual worldwide Celebration of Life that is held on the first Sunday in June.…
Written by Colin Milner, CEO, International Council on Active Aging
I’ve traveled in the aging-services world for more than 20 years and visited a lot of organizations that provide physical activity and exercise opportunities for older adults. Many organizations grasp why it’s important to offer these opportunities to residents or members.…