Tobacco
Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of death and disease in the United States. Cigarette smoking kills more than 480,000 Americans each year, with more than 41,000 of these deaths from exposure to secondhand smoke. In Washington State, tobacco kills about 8,300 people every year. The only way to avoid the harmful effects of tobacco is to avoid … [Read more...]
Wildfires & Smoke
Wildfires can impact health and safety in many ways, including heavy smoke and power outages that damage drinking water or septic systems. Learn how to keep yourself and your family safe and healthy if wildfires or smoke are impacting your community. Check Air Quality Wildfire smoke: Inhaling wildfire smoke is not good for anyone, even healthy people can … [Read more...]
Physical Activity
Beyond controlling weight, physical activity helps boost your sense of confidence and self-sufficiency. Being active also allows you to set a good example for kids and other loved ones in your life. Physical activity can improve health and lower risk for heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression and some cancers. Physical activity also helps with improved academic and … [Read more...]
Healthy Eating
Foods containing essential nutrients can help us prevent disease and even restore our health. Finding a balance between foods that promote health and those that may be less nutritious is important for long term well-being. Strive to choose foods that are better for your health more often. The foods we eat... Food GroupsThere are 5 food groups that are the building … [Read more...]