Living Well
CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW?
By Gladeen Allred, Ed.D., Aging Advocate Most hearing loss in older adults is largely due to aging and is usually not reversible. But some hearing problems are correctable. A person who becomes aware of hearing […]
Intermittent Fasting
Story provided by TSET Healthy Living Program The world today is overflowing with fad diets and nutritional schemes that promise to get you looking slim and ready for swimsuit season; however, a lot of the […]
Women and Caregiving
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, causing problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. Alzheimer’s and dementia can have a devastating impact on families and caregivers, especially women. Not only are women more […]
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month: Learn 10 Ways to Love Your Brain
Story by Sarah Bruton and Nicolette Casula We are living in a new social environment, and the Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging everyone to include brain health on their list of self-care. Research shows that healthy […]
Healthy Snacking
Story by Sarah Gold, TSET Healthy Living Program Specialist I love snacking and am a sucker for snack foods; and research shows, so are most people. According to a survey done by the International Food […]
Staying Active in the Winter
Story by Sarah Gold, TSET Healthy Living Program Specialist It’s the beginning of a new year! The new year is a great time for a fresh start. Many people embody this by setting goals or […]
New Bicycle Legislation Now in Effect to Support Active Transportation
Story provided by Melinda Caldwell, TSET Healthy Living Program Coordinator Building physical activity into daily life is critical to the health, safety, and well-being of everyone. Thirty-two percent of adults in Payne County are obese. […]
Rethink Your Drink
Choosing water over sugary drinks supports a healthier weight, body, and brain! Story by Sarah Gold, TSET Healthy Living Program Specialist Summer is finally here! As we spend more time with our family and friends […]
Get Moving with Stillwater’s Bicycling Community
Story by Lissette Minges, TSET Healthy Living Program Specialist In the 2018 County Health Profiles from the Oklahoma State Department of Health, it was reported that 20.4% of adults residing in Payne County are not […]