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Y branches receive funds to feed kids
The Winston Lake Family YMCA has received a $10,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation to increase efforts to feed kids enrolled in its after-school program. The Fulton, William G. White Jr. and Wilkes County
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Study: Local food benefits health and economy
“The Forsyth County Community Food System: A Foundation to Grow,” a study commissioned by Forsyth Futures, The Winston-Salem Foundation and Forsyth County, found that there are many efforts afoot to preach to residents the
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Rams to honor local breast cancer survivors
Winston-Salem State University will do its part to raise breast cancer awareness during its Saturday Feb. 9 home basketball games against CIAA foe St. Augustine’s University. Both the Rams and Lady Rams will take
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Gathering to explore church’s role in promoting healthy eating
“Food, Faith, and Justice: A Common Calling,” a conference that will explore the role that churches and faith communities have in promoting wellness through improving access to healthy food, will be held next month.
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Mall Zumba sessions to promote women’s heart health
Red H.E.A.R.R.T (Help Educate And Reduce Risk Today) will hold four Zumba flash mob exercise events on Friday, Feb. 1 from 4:30-6:00 p.m. at Hanes Mall (downstairs level atrium below the Hanes Mall Food
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Locals invited to take part in landmark cancer study
Local men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 who have never been diagnosed with cancer are needed to participate in the American Cancer Society Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3), which will help
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Volunteers needed for homeless count
The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Homeless Council is looking for volunteers to help conduct its Homeless Point-in-Time Count. A U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development requirement for agencies that receive HUD Continuum of Care funding,
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Parents not heeding flu warnings
This year’s flu season is in full swing, with 41 states now reporting widespread illness. Unfortunately, not enough children are getting the flu shot even though health officials recommend that all children six-months and
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Unhealthy Habit
Obese black moms more likely to use TV to calm fussy babies Moms, especially those who are obese, are more likely to use TV to entertain and soothe infants who are more fussy and
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Why the dip in cancer screenings?
Local authorities offer some ideas Despite widespread awareness about the importance of cancer screenings, Americans aren’t taking advantage of tests that could save their lives. According to a report published in the Dec. 27
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