Breast Cancer: Reduce Your Environmental Risks
The statistics show an alarming trend. According to the National Cancer Institute, 1 in 8 women get breast cancer in their lifetimes, up from 1 in 20 just 40 years ago. Research continues to connect environmental exposures to chemicals to breast cancer risk. Our exposures come from all over—our personal care products, cleaning products, food, […]
Congratulations to Our October Caregiver of the Month, Tomeaka N!
Home Care Plus would like to recognize Tomeaka N. as our October caregiver of the month. Tomeaka has been a valued employee with Home Care Plus for almost 2 years. Tomeaka has developed truly caring relationships with her clients and their families. Tomeaka is a valued team caregiver and a true advocate for her clients’ well-being, and […]
Environmental Exposures to Certain Chemicals and Breast Cancer
More and more research is finding a connection between environmental exposures to certain chemicals and an increased risk for breast cancer. Visit the Breast Cancer Fund’s website to learn more about reducing exposures and lowering your risk for breast cancer.
We hope you stayed safe and dry during Hurricane Matthew!
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division is a great resource for getting critical information as the Lowcountry recovers from Hurricane Matthew. For road closures, power outages, safety info and more click here: http://www.scemd.org/component/content/article/11-home-page/news/255-matthew-news-release-17
MOJA Festival kicks off this weekend!
This festival, which celebrates African-American and Caribbean Arts, offers a wide range of events including visual arts, classical music, dance, gospel, jazz, poetry, R&B music, storytelling, theatre, children’s activities, traditional crafts, ethnic food, and more.
Missing the Mark: Americans Aren’t Getting Enough Fruits & Vegetables
Most of us are not eating enough fruit and vegetables. According to a 2013 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only slightly more than 25% of American adults eat the recommended servings of fruit and less than 15% get the recommended daily servings of veggies. Why is produce so important? The added […]
Stay Active as you Age for Better Health
Too many seniors are sedentary, and it is translating into a lower quality of life as they age. The National Institute on Aging at NIH celebrates September as Go4Life® month in an effort to increase awareness of the benefits of exercise and physical activity. Exercise has many health benefits—it can improve mood and memory, lower […]
Congratulations to Our September Caregiver of the Month!
Home Care Plus would like to recognize Sukinah K. as our Caregiver of the Month of September. Sukinah has been a member of our Home Care Plus Team for over 3 years. She is an experienced and compassionate caregiver who has provided excellent care to the clients she manages. She is a valued team player who […]
Interesting Research on How Brains “Age”
Have you ever wondered how to stay sharp as you age? Or why some people seem more susceptible to cognitive impairment or memory loss than others? New research into “super agers” sheds some light on the subject. The study “Youthful Brains in Older Adults: Preserved Neuroanatomy in the Default Mode and Salience Networks Contributes to Youthful […]
September Newsletter: Functional Fitness
Our September newsletter has great information on staying active as you age, preparing for natural disasters, local events for the month and more! Check out our newsletter here.
