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Love, Hope & Strength Help Children With SMA

smaCary, NC — When Cary resident, Mimi Chan’s son Brady, was about 7 months old, he began missing pediatric milestones. As a mother, she became concerned. Read more

70 Runners Run 7 miles in 70 minutes to Dedicate Greenway

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Story by Alisa Wright Colopy, photos courtesy of Fit and Able Productions which offers classes through the town of Cary to motivate people to get fit and active outdoors.

Cary, NC – The Town of Cary dedicated the final section of the Black Creek Greenway this past Saturday, June 1, 2013. There was also a novel twist: signing up 70 Runners to Run 7 miles in 70 minutes or less (at 7am). Read more

Strollerthon – Easing the Baby Blues

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Story by Lindsey Chester. Photo by gracobaby.

Cary, NC – Many new moms experience a feeling of being overwhelmed or depressed after the birth of a child. When that feeling goes deeper into constant anxiety and sleeplessness, it may be a sign of Postpartum Depression. A group here in the Triangle, Postpartum Education and Support, is here to help. Read more

Weight of the Nation

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Cary, NC – Advocates for Health in Action (AHA) has partnered with the Town of Cary to present a free event on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at 6 PM called  Growing a Healthy Community:  A Film & Conversation about Your Health and Your Community. Read more

Horse & Buddy Sequins & Spurs Gala

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Story by Lindsey Chester, photo courtesy Horse and Buddy.

Cary, NC – Did you know that horseback riding can provide therapy for people with developmental disabilities? Read more

Schools Win Brains & Bodies Awards

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Cary, NC – Nine Wake County schools were recently recognized for their work promoting healthy lifestyles in their daily curriculum.  Read more

Free Mammograms at Belk Next Week

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Cary, NC- The BelkGives on the Go Mobile Mammography Center, a 39-foot-long, state-of-the-art screening center on wheels, will stop at Belk stores in Durham, Cary and Zebulon, N.C ., during the week of April 15 to offer free, convenient mammogram screenings.  Read more

Sports & Health: Guidelines for Young Pitchers

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Story by Dr. Mark Galland, a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in sports medicine, practicing at Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina in Wake Forest and North Raleigh. Photo by Greg Westfall.

Cary, NC – It’s that “Field of Dreams” time of year and many young baseball players dream of throwing a perfect game and becoming the team “Ace.” The path to greatness begins much earlier and requires learning proper mechanics and maintaining pitching fitness. Read more

Dentistry From The Heart This Weekend

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Cary, NC In North Carolina it is estimated that 30% of residents do not have health insurance. The number without dental insurance is even higher. To help folks who need immediate care but lack dental insurance coverage, Cary Family Dental will host its second annual Dentistry From The Heart event on Sat., April 13 at its office located at 1149 Kildaire Farm Road in Cary.

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History: Glenaire Turns 20

glenaire-cary-ncStory and photos by Lindsey Chester

Cary, NC- As Cary continues to add senior citizens at the rate of 2,000 a year, Glenaire, Cary’s first Continuing Care Retirement community (CCRC), will celebrate its 20th anniversary this summer amid a $6 Million expansion and renovation.  Read more