Health and Fitness Information and Activites for Wakulla County Florida

Best Approach to a Healthful Lifestyle Is the “Total Diet"

Written by Rick Parks Wednesday, 26 March 2008 15:43

Forget Myths, Folklore & Magic Bullets Best Approach to a Healthful Lifestyle Is the “Total Diet" Don’t eat after 8 p.m. Avoid carbohydrates, even fruit. A piece of cake on your birthday will ruin your diet.

March is National Nutrition Month

Written by Rick Parks Saturday, 08 March 2008 14:10

March is National Nutrition Month Who Is Your RD? To mark the first Registered Dietitian Day, the American Dietetic Association is urging everyone to start having an annual “Nutrition Checkup”. You know who your doctor is.&

Wakulla Health Care Task Force January 22, 2008 Meeting Minutes

Written by Cathy Price Sunday, 24 February 2008 15:34

Wakulla Health Care Task Meeting Minutes January 22, 2008 Members Present: Tomica Archie Smith, Lynn Artz, Mary Lescher, Rob Moss, Cathy Price, Lori Steele. I. Welcome & Introductions II. &

Tips from Ex-Smokers

Written by Lynn Artz Friday, 01 February 2008 14:48

Tips from Ex-Smokers Quitting smoking isn’t easy but it is possible. In fact, it’s easier than losing weight! Many Wakullans have been able to quit smoking. Here are some of their stories. By sharing their reasons

How Hooked Are You?

Written by Lynn Artz Friday, 01 February 2008 14:37

How Hooked Are You? “When cigarette smokers try to quit smoking, they must overcome nicotine addiction, psychological dependence, and strongly ingrained habits,” says Lynn Artz, Chair of the Wakulla Health Care Task Force. Artz

Wakulla Has One of Highest Smoking Rates in State

Written by Lynn Artz Friday, 01 February 2008 14:28

Wakulla Has One of Highest Smoking Rates in State One out of every three adults in Wakulla County smokes cigarettes. This is one of the highest rates in the state. On average, 22% of Floridian adults smoke cigarettes compared to 32% in

The Benefits of Quitting Smoking

Written by Lynn Artz Tuesday, 29 January 2008 20:41

The Benefits of Quitting Smoking {sidebar id=3}According to the American Cancer Society, quitting smoking pays off quickly with health benefits. Within just 24 hours of quitting, your chance of “sudden death” (dropping dead from

Medicines to Help You Quit Smoking

Written by Lynn Artz Wednesday, 23 January 2008 09:32

Medicines to Help You Quit Smoking If you’re going to take part in Quit & Win and quit smoking on February 10, consider arming yourself with one or more of the medicines that can greatly increase your chance for success. Two nicotine-free

Get Ready to Quit Smoking with "Quit and Win"

Written by Lynn Artz Wednesday, 23 January 2008 09:09

Wakulla County: Get Ready to Quit Smoking! There’s never been a better time to quit smoking for people who live or work in Wakulla County. Local health care providers and health organizations have teamed up to sponsor Quit &

Wakulla Health Care Task Force November 27, 2007 MEETING MINUTES

Written by Cathy Price Wednesday, 09 January 2008 06:18

Wakulla Health Care Task Force Minutes November 27, 2007 Members Present: Lynn Artz, Tammy Barfield, Regina Compton, Ashley Langston, Mary Lescher, Rob Moss, Dale Neely, Ben Pengree, Cathy Price, Kris Whitten. I.

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