The Annual Winter Carnival is this weekend here at the YMCA and we are getting very EXCITED!!! The Carnival is this Sunday, March 3 and the fun kicks off with a mini swim meet for kids age 4 – 10 from 11:30am-1. After the swim meet, celebrate in the Henry Gymnasium with carnival games, live […]

Every 2 seconds, someone needs a blood transfusion and by taking just a few minutes of your day, you can donate 1 pint of blood and save 3 lives. 5 million patients in the United States need blood every year, and the winter is when the need is particularly high. On Monday, February 25 the […]

Although heart attacks are more commonly associated with heart health, the risk factors attributed to heart disease are shared with strokes. When you live a heart-healthy lifestyle, you are not only reducing the risk of heart disease, but also stroke. According to the National Stroke Association, a stroke is a “brain attack” and cuts off […]

With short days, cold nights, and inclement weather that can keep you from following your normal routine – it’s common for many people to suffer from “winter blues.” Whether you are experiencing lack of energy and motivation or mild depression, there are many ways to take charge and start feeling good again. Nicole Nichols, a […]

Many factors contribute to heart disease, including heredity. Knowing your family health history can help you identify potential threats and take necessary actions to prevent heart disease. According to the CDC, however, people with family history of heart disease tend to share common environments and risk behaviors that increase risk of the disease. Poor eating […]