Posts filed under: Health

As more people start raising their own backyard chickens — whether to enjoy the ultimate in local eggs, or just for fun — it’s important to know the health risks...
Spring programs for adults and children....
Legislative leadership has already laid out their agenda for this session....
Janssen-Heininger and group from Charlotte taking giant steps in treatment of cancer....
Nevermind that it’s cold and dark and mid-rifle season, it’s time to get outdoors....
As the reality of the pandemic hit, Sustainable Charlotte (formerly Transition Town Charlotte) members began a journey of change....
An internationally known expert in suicide prevention will be the keynote speaker at the Vermont Suicide Prevention Center’s suicide prevention symposium....
Teens with an interest in mental health and wellbeing may apply to become a teen health and wellness ambassador....
Overdose prevention sites don’t work and Yantachka running for reelection as representative....
Warmer weather is beginning to gradually creep into the Champlain Valley, and with it comes the natural desire for us to get outside and become more physically active....
Staying active benefits our health in more ways than one, but why does it continue to be an important lifestyle choice as we get older?...
Better posture and a few exercises go a long way...
The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis (OA), also known as degenerative joint disease (DJD), impacting over 32 million people in the United States alone. OA has become the...
Selectboard passed a masking regulation for Charlotte’s town buildings...
We are often told that “exercise is good for you” and to “make sure you are getting enough exercise.” But what exactly does this mean?...
Why should I go to physical therapy? Why did my Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant or Doctor send me to Physical Therapy?...
Most people discover that they become increasingly unsteady and less confident with their balance as they get older. Everyday movements that once felt like a breeze can...
A new school year continues to bring new challenges to the Champlain Valley School District (CVSD) in dealing with the continuing COVID-19 pandemic....
Widening the focus beyond Charlotte’s immediate neighbors, here’s a sampling of walks within about a half hour of Charlotte....
Low back pain is an exceedingly common ailment that has been a cash cow for the medical device industry, the pharmacological industry, and individuals who tout scientifically unsubstantiated claims as...