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Healthy Lifestyle by Design
This brochure looks at by how improving our surroundings, we can reduce the likelihood of practicing unhealthy lifestyle habits such as smoking, inactive lifestyle, and poor diet.
You Can Change - Health Issues Magazine [pdf version]
Most people can think of at least one health-related behaviour they would like to improve or change. And, many of us would like to do something about it sooner than later.
You Can Change
Behaviour change involves many factors, such as your thoughts, beliefs, attitudes, and feelings. You have to do more than want to change; you have to put it in action.
Preventing Injuries In Young Children
Supervision and safety proofing will help reduce the likelihood of an injury.
Sports and Recreation: Injuries In Children
To help prevent injuries in various activities, here are some key safety tips for parents to consider for their children.
Stretching For The Active Workplace
There are several ways to help prevent musculoskeletal disorders. This presentation will focus on 9 stretches that are designed specifically for those who work in an active workplace.
Putting Back Pain Behind You
The most important ways to achieve and maintain good back health are to be in good physical condition and to use proper body mechanics.
Seniors Standing Tall
Falling does not have to be part of the “normal” aging process. Increasing your strength, balance, and flexibility are effective ways to reduce the risk of falling.
Keep Your Muscles In Motion
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the most common cause of severe long-term pain and physical disability. Learn some of the ways to prevent MSDs.
Stretching For the Office Workplace
Sitting at a desk or computer can lead to muscle tension, stiffness, and strain in the neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, back, and legs which can lead to a musculoskeletal disorder. This presentation will focus on stretching for the office workplace.
last modified 2009-02-20