Organizations across the country and the world are participating in Take Down Tobacco Day on Mar 31, 2023. Organized by Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’, this is a day of activism that occurs every spring, empowering people to speak out against the tobacco industry.
Experts agree that resilience is key to overcoming challenges and living a successful and healthy life. While life circumstances often present adolescents with opportunities to build resilience, sometimes called grit, we can also encourage teens to accept challenges and work through difficult situations in order to grow their confidence and become more resilient.
Peer pressure is a reality of life. Our decisions and actions are influenced by people around us from our first social experiences, well into adulthood. Many would argue that adolescents, specifically teenagers, are most vulnerable to the negative outcomes of peer pressure, so it’s critical we give our children the tools to recognize and resist …
Possibility Playground in North Canton’s Dogwood Park has been attracting a lot of attention. The play space aims to be accessible for children of all ages and abilities, allowing children and parents to enjoy the benefits of play while feeling safe and accepted. The playground is approaching its first anniversary and won the 2022 Ohio …
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The U.S. maternal mortality rate increased to 32.9 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2021 from 23.8 in 2020, according to data released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Iffath Abbasi Hoskins, president of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, said this is a stunning 40% increase in preventable deaths …
Building leadership skills in teens helps to foster confidence and strong mental health. Youths of all personality types can find spaces and opportunities to build leadership skills. What’s important is to find an activity your child enjoys and then create space for them to learn to lead.
The Health Resources and Services Administration sponsors the National Poison Prevention Week during the third full week of March every year. According to the HRSA, “The week is an opportunity to highlight the dangers of poisonings for people of all ages and promote community involvement in poisoning prevention.”
Governor Dewine laid out a family-focused plan in his 2023 State of the State address in January. Among those proposals is a $2,500 tax deduction for people with kids. While the details of the budget will still need to be passed through the legislature, Governor Dewine believes that the $2,500 deduction is an important component …
One of the most majestic moments of my life was witnessing a black bear and her cubs in the wild. I observed in awe as the mama bear allowed her children to climb through trees and wrestle playfully, but was acutely aware that she was ready to fiercely defend them should any predators threaten. I …
Nutrition is important EVERY month, but the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has designated March as National Nutrition month. They are inviting all of us to, “learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits.” This year’s theme is “Fuel for the Future,” which focuses on eating with sustainability in …
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