Alzheimer’s Virtual Support: Alzheimer’s community resources: communityresourcefinder.org or call 1.800.272.3900; Alzheimer’s prerecorded courses: training.alz.org Alzheimer’s Early Stage Social Engagement: Virtual Tour of the Albright Knox • Art Gallery tours • Virtual De-stress and Restore Chair Yoga • Virtual Music Jam Session, 716-626-0600 ext. 8997 or mgconcannon@alz.org. Alzheimer Care Consultations: 24/7 at 1-800-272-3900 or
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Riding a bicycle helps the planet by reducing vehicle emissions and is also an ideal physical activity. Harvard University says biking at a speed of 12 to 13.9 miles per hour burns 298 calories in a 155-person in just 30 minutes. Bike riding has always been in
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The website www.Health.gov says adults need at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate physical activity each week, and strength-based activities at least 2 days a week. So how are YOU doing? “Only 19 percent of Western New York adults are meeting those guidelines,” said Richard Vienne,
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American Lung Association Applauds New York State as New Tobacco Control Measures Go Into Effect Albany, NY (May 18, 2020) – New tobacco control measures, included in the New York State budget, went into effect today, May 18, 2020. The provisions prohibit the sale of all tobacco
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Healthful Programs Go Virtual to Aid Parkinson’s Community: Local facilitators bring help and joy through online offerings Buffalo, NY, 3 April 2020 – Every segment of our community is being affected by the Coronavirus. The ways in which our lives have changed are as varied as we are,
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By Harry Newman, DVM and Taoist Tai Chi Instructor Harvard Health says, “Tai chi is often described as meditation in motion but should be called medication in motion.” It is a low-impact, series of relaxing, continuous slow-motion circular moves that are never forced. But what is most
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Health and Wellness Challenge – Independent Health and Buffalo Bills BUFFALO, N.Y. (September 24, 2019) — The Buffalo Bills and Independent Health renewed their commitment today to team up and tackle the region’s health challenges and promote better health and well-being for Western New Yorkers. Since 2014, the
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By Shannon Traphagen Pilates entered the fitness mainstream about a decade ago, however, it has been around since the 1920s. What has made Pilates popular in recent years is the increasing knowledge of its health benefits for people of all ages. The goal of Pilates is to
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Diet and exercise go hand in hand, but diets are often associated with women while exercise regimens are often geared toward men. But exercise is equally important for women, so the challenge is to find the right balance between diet and exercise to achieve weight-loss goals. Feel
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BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, KaBOOM!, Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation and 200 Community Volunteers Unite to Build Playground at Mayors Park -Increasing Opportunities to Play for Families and Kids in North Tonawanda- Volunteers from BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, the Ralph C. Wilson Jr.
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