North Country Health Alliance

12/19/2022

It's that time of year! Find tips for keeping your kids nourished and hydrated when they are sick here 👇

Here are your best bets for feeding them when they are mildly sick with a little sneezing, a cough and a runny nose.

12/17/2022

Don't stress about enjoying your holiday meals! A few meals don't not make or break one's health; rather, it's what you do most of the time that has a significant impact.

Some of today's popular diets say to cut sugar while others restrict fat. But rather than eating an exclusively low-fat or low-sugar diet, focus on your overall eating pattern.

12/14/2022

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Looking for a fun place to sled that is close to town? Visit Library Park! There is FREE sled library at the top of the hill with extra sleds to use!

12/12/2022

It's not too late to get your flu shot!

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It’s National Influenza Vaccination Week, and there’s still time to get a flu shot to protect yourself and your loved ones for the rest of the flu season! Visit GetMyFluShot.org for more information.

12/12/2022

A good reminder with snow in the forecast this week!

As the snow falls, the Minnesota Council on Disability reminds you to keep your sidewalks clear of snow and ice. Sidewalks and curb ramps are lifelines for many people with disabilities and our senior community. When not cleared, they can limit their ability to get groceries, get prescriptions, go to work, and attend local gatherings.

Improperly cleared snow can pile up and make sidewalks and curb ramps impassable. People using wheelchairs and other mobility devices must often travel in the street alongside traffic, a potentially life-threatening situation.

Learn what you can do to help keep sidewalks and curb cuts clear.

https://disability.state.mn.us/technical-assistance/snow-removal/

11/27/2022

The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, all year long. Call or text 988 or send a chat to 988Lifeline.org to connect with compassionate care and support for mental health-related distress. https://988lifeline.org/

11/23/2022

Getting ready for a holiday gathering? If you are planning to gather with family and friends over the upcoming holidays, take steps to help everyone celebrate safer! Here are some things you can do:

- Get vaccinated and boosted. Make sure you and your family are up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines. And it's a good time to get your flu vaccine, too!
- Check the COVID-19 community level before you go. The CDC provides an easy way to check levels by county: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus
- Consider COVID-19 testing before gathering, particularly if there will be people there who are at higher risk for severe disease.
- Wash your hands often.
- Stay home if you are feeling sick or test positive.

Learn more at https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/prevention.html

04/28/2022

It can be intimidating to find a therapist, or even difficult to know where to start. Use your employee assistance program, if you have one. You can contact a health care provider, your health insurance company, or check out the Fast Tracker link to mental health and substance use disorder resources in Minnesota. Other people find personal referrals helpful. You may be surprised what you find out when
you start asking around.

04/19/2022

Take some time this week to get outside. Concentrate on the scene around you. Even a quick step outside can feel rejuvenating and help balance your mood. Consider taking a short walk around your neighborhood, driving along a scenic route, or even a quick moment in an outdoor space near you.

Get more ideas on how to enjoy Minnesota winters from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

Minnesota Dept. of Natural Resources provides resources on outdoor recreation, including information on lakes, streams and rivers; canoe routes; state trails, forests, and parks; and hunting and fishing regulations.

04/08/2022

Connecting with yourself is important, too. Prioritize your mental health and well-being. Find healthy ways to start, renew, or maintain habits that promote taking care of yourself and your mental well-being.

The COVID-19 Wellness Pocket Guide provides tips and ideas for taking care of yourself and your family.

04/02/2022

This month, we're sharing tips for staying connected. Connection is a big part of mental well-being, and has been challenging during the pandemic.

Staying connected to others is more important than ever. Reach out by phone, text, email, or video chat to let your friends, family, and loved ones know you are there for them. Invite them to talk openly about how they are feeling and the day-to-day challenges they are experiencing. Likewise, share your experiences with them, too.

It's normal to be experiencing increased stress and anxiety right now. It is important to be gentle with yourself and others, and to take steps to support both your own and your family's mental well-being. Consider these tips to support your mental well-being during the COVID-19 response.

03/17/2022

This year's theme is Celebrate a World of Flavors! Throughout March, embrace the foods and flavors of your heritage and other global cultures.

Learn more about : https://sm.eatright.org/NNMinfo