Winter White, Winter Blues
Blues. Baby, royal or navy, we all have them. We are in the “mid bleak winter.” Dark and Cold. Frozen arctic tundra. We may not want to go outside, it’s miserable. If you are of working age, you have to…
Category Health & Wellness Articles
Facts About the Flu – Cape Ann Health & Wellness
Influenza is a virus. There are many strains, and each year the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) heavily research which strains are likely to be active in order to target the “Flu Shot” to be effective against them. The flu…
Holiday Stress – Cape Ann Health & Wellness
Despite the many unique ways in which American families celebrate holidays, a common holiday theme appears to be increased levels of stress. Data from the American Psychological Association suggests that approximately 69% of Americans report increased levels of stress during…
The Dangers of Vaping
Cape Ann Health & Wellness Committee Monthly Update Building a community network of wellness through education and shared resources for body, mind and spirit. The latest CDC report is that over 1600 people have significant lung damages related to vaping…
Tips for a Healthy August on Cape Ann
August is here (finally)! The Northshore often presents high-temperature heat waves, opening up the gates to endless Summer activities. Some of us choose to travel, while others prefer a simple stay-cation, and for the rest it’s actually time to work…
The Health Benefits of Companionship
A monthly update from the Cape Ann Health & Wellness committee. Building a community network of wellness through education and shared resources for body, mind and spirit. A healthful lifestyle includes eating well, being physically active, getting enough sleep and…