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Walking

5 Ways Walking Leads to a Healthier You

Walking

Editor’s Note: Dr. Trevor Williams, team Chiropractor for the Cary Invasion Pro Basketball Team, shares with us the health benefits of walking and five reasons why you should start now.

Cary, NC — Throughout April, The Town of Cary hosted Fit Cary Month. How great is it to live in a town that supports community health and fitness so well? Read more

Would You Donate a Kidney to a Stranger?

kidney-maria

Editor’s Note: In October of 2012, CaryCitizen published an article about Maria, a Cary resident and mom of two, who needed a new kidney. This is her update.
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Immunization

Cary Doctor Named Immunization Champ

Immunization

Cary, NC — Last week, Dr. Christine Macomber, a Cary pediatrician, was named the 2015 Childhood Immunization Champion for the state of North Carolina. Read more

kitchen

Ageless Design: A Kitchen for Seniors

kitchen

Cary, NC — Don’t assume that redesigning your kitchen to be “ageless” is all about grab bars, neutral colors and awkward cabinets. Universal design is beautiful and enjoyable for all. Read more

AHA

Four Cary Schools Win AHA Health Awards

AHA

Cary, NC — On Thursday, April 16, 2015, at the AHA Healthy Awards Ceremony, four Cary schools were recognized for going above and beyond to support healthy environments and behaviors for their students and staff. Read more

Caregivers

Haley’s Story: Resources for Caregivers of Seniors

Caregivers

Editor’s Note: Each month, Haley Gray, author and senior advocate, shares stories about her personal experiences of finding care for aging parents to help provide comfort and guidance for those who are in similar situations. Read more

outdoor

2015 Guide to Outdoor April Events in Cary

outdoor

Cary, NC — It’s the first day of April, and spring is in the air. If you’re like us, the warm weather and sunshine is beckoning you to get outside as much as you can. We compiled a list of April 2015 events in Cary that are sure to keep you active and outdoors this month. Read more

Ageless Design

Ageless Design: Building a Home for Seniors

Ageless Design

Cary, NC — What makes a home a suitable place to grow old in or an accessible place for people with disabilities? To continue my aging in place series, I’ll describe what ageless design is and how it can help senior citizens stay in their homes longer. Read more

Skin cancer

Skin Cancer: Facts & Prevention

Skin cancer

Cary, NC — It has been a cold winter in the south! This week is Cary’s first “60’s” week in awhile, and with the warmth comes plans for picnics and beach trips. While you’re outside this season, keep your skin protected from the sun with these easy steps from Central Dermatology.

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Daylight savings

Sleep-Well Tips to Prepare for Daylight Savings

Daylight savings

Cary, NC — This week, March 2-8, 2015, is National Sleep Awareness Week–which is ironic when you consider the fact that, at 2 am on Sunday, U.S. clocks will spring forward one hour, causing Americans to lose one hour of sleep. Read more