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Operation Medicine Drop This Weekend

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Cary, NC – Look in your medicine cabinet, chances are you have old medications that are partially used and most likely expired. Dispose of them safely this weekend through the Town of Cary’s Operation Medicine Drop event.

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Free Flu Shots This Saturday

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Cary, NC — Free flu shots this Saturday in Cary courtesy of Cary EMS. Read more

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Health: Preventing Golf Aches and Pains

golf injuriesCary, NC — The average golfer plays approximately 37 rounds per year, so it is no surprise that golf injuries are on the rise. Read more

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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

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Pool Safety for Parents & Kids

pool safetyCary, NC – Pool safety; it’s not the first thing that comes to mind when we think of summer fun. But if you are a lifeguard or swim instructor, you are training to prevent drowning and pool accidents across the hundreds of pools in the Triangle. 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