HIV is one of the largest world-wide epidemics, affecting millions of people since its discovery. AIDS can develop after contracting HIV, although many people live with HIV for long periods of time without ever developing AIDS. The pandemic of living with these viruses has become more manageable since its discovery in the mid- to late-1970s. The earliest case of HIV was discovered to be in … Continue reading HIV & AIDS Awareness: Know the Facts
Marathons and other races hosted in the community can impact a lot more than just the people that run them. Many put on these races to benefit people in need. Whether it’s raising funds for medical research, helping the less fortunate, or even rescuing stray animals off the street, it is all for a greater purpose. These benefits along with the ones you will receive … Continue reading Get Active for a Good Cause
Many people use food as a means of celebration and socialization, as a way to bond with other people through cooking or eating. Some people use food to cure boredom by keeping their hands and mouths busy. Some people use food as a coping mechanism, as a means of handling stress or unpleasant feelings and thoughts. If you’re looking to lose weight, build muscle, or … Continue reading Think of Food as Energy
All athletes know that stamina is a key to winning. If you can run farther, push harder, climb higher than your opponent, you’ll win. When others give up, winners keep going. Here are a few tips on how to increase your stamina so that you can conquer your competition or sport of choice. Build Cardio and Strength To build your endurance, you need to increase … Continue reading Going the Distance
Everyone speaks of positivity these days with the infamous saying “Good vibes only.” This statement translates in layman’s terms to leave all negativity behind. Positive attitudes tend to be contagious, and that is what everyone seeks. A positive attitude is great for your mental and physical health, especially since the suicide rate has steadily increased over the past several years. Mental and physical health are … Continue reading Positivity: How it Affects Your Mental & Physical Health
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