The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck In one of my college courses, the professor asked the students to write down three things that they liked about themselves. The entire class wrote about nonphysical aspects. As such, characteristics of the students were caring, reliable, lovable, trustworthy, humble, hardworking, etc. You get the idea. None of us…
Tag: Health
Swear Jars
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck My eight-year-old daughter created a swear jar for anyone who swears around her. She charges one dollar for every swear word used. Thankfully, after several months, the jar contains only one dollar, which is unfortunate for her hopes in making a buck or two. However, the swear jar is…
New Antwerp Providers Coming in January
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Nicholas Pfleghaar, D.O. will be starting in January at the Antwerp site of Primary Care Associates of Paulding. Dr. Pfleghaar was active in the honors program as a pre-med student at Bowling Green State where he graduated Cum Laude. He went on to earn his degree of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Ohio University Heritage…
GRABILL EYE CENTER PARTNERS WITH CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE
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A surprise gift from Grabill Eye Center has boosted Christian Community Health Care closer to their Emergency Funding Campaign goal of $31,200.00 by December 31st. The healthcare clinic, located in downtown Grabill, has experienced a serious shortfall in their budget this winter and is working hard to raise the funds needed for clinic operations. CCHC…
Reduce Sodium Intake to Combat Health Risks
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By: Jill Starbuck When we talk about addictions, we generally think of smoking, sugar, drugs, alcohol, and others. Sodium is typically not foremost on our minds when it comes to addiction. However, it is very much so. It is the reason some of us cannot stop at just one or two Doritos or McDonald’s french…
Tom Kelley pledges record donation to Burn Council
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Fort Wayne-area business leader and sports legend Tom Kelley, president of Kelley Automotive Group, has made a record-breaking donation to the Burn Council of Northern Indiana. His $100,000 contribution was announced at the St. Joseph Regional Burn Center in downtown Fort Wayne, a location where Kelley recently spent eight days battling a rare and life-threatening…
Adventures Around a Bonfire and Assorted Stories – Stan Jordan
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THE LOBO TANK BUSTERS By: Stan Jordan We four P51D’s were in flight to around the Duren, Germany area. My wing man was off to my left and back a little bit, the other two pilots were to his left a little bit. I sure like this plane. I crawled into it and closed the…
Ohio Pediatricians Honor Hite for Efforts to Improve Children’s Health
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State Senator Cliff Hite (R-Findlay) was honored by the Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics on Friday for his work to educate and protect Ohioans from meningitis. “I am honored to receive this award and appreciate the support of those in the pediatric health community who have joined this effort to raise awareness…
“From the Vantage Point”: Using Skills in the “Real World”
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Did you know that Vantage Health Technology seniors provide helping hands to local school nurses with student health screenings? For the past several years, one of their most favorite community projects has been to help the school nurses perform hearing and vision screenings for students from kindergarten through high school. All students must be tested…
Consistency Is Key to Fitness Results
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Have you ever tried an exercise program only to be discouraged by the results? You gave it everything you had, but you either didn’t lose weight or you didn’t build muscle or tone to the extent that you had hoped. Chances are that you may not have given it…
Aug. 12 Soil Health Field Day Promotes Agricultural Evolution
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Soil Health Partnership hosts Harlan event to share environmental, economic benefits of best practices (ST. LOUIS) – Providing food, fuel and fiber for a growing population without harming resources for future generations is one of agriculture’s greatest challenges. But the nation’s farmers are a resourceful lot, with many embracing innovative technology and practices to achieve…
Heritage Park Receives National Award for Quality Care
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Heritage Park is the recipient of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award for its dedication to improving the lives of residents through quality care. The award will be presented by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). “Heritage Park has demonstrated its commitment to providing quality care and I…
Paulding County Senior Center hosts Senior Day “Down on the Farm”
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The Paulding County Senior Center is hosting their annual senior day event on May 19th at the County Extension Building. Join them “Down on the Farm” for a great country style meal, door prizes and banjo entertainment in the morning. Featured entertainment this year is Yvonne Stahl and the Boogie Grass Band. Doors open at…
