Itasca County, Work site wellness
October 30, 2017
by Kaitlin Box Businesses all over Itasca County are embracing worksite wellness. Over 17 businesses, with more asking every month, have participated or are currently in a worksite wellness collaborative. Whether they are an alumni or just starting out, everyone has been able to create new wellness opportunities within the workplace. One of those places is Essentia Health Deer River.... Continue Reading
Aitkin, Farm to School, Healthy eating
October 17, 2017
This month, students at McGregor School District will be eating squash grown by Gilby’s Nursery & Orchard in Palisade, MN. If you or your school aren’t sure what to do with squash, you can stop wondering now! Learn everything you need to know from this Squash-Harvest of The Month Family Newsletter provided by Aitkin County SHIP and partners. You’ll find... Continue Reading
Healthy eating
August 4, 2017
Everyone is welcome to shop or just look around at farmers markets in the Northland. A farmers market is where farmers can sell their products or produce to customers directly. It’s a great place to find healthy, local, and fresh fruits and vegetables. Many also sell meats, preserves, syrup, cheeses, baked goods, plants and more. Shopping at a farmers market... Continue Reading
Healthy eating
June 28, 2017
When you walk into a grocery store, you usually know what to do. You get a cart or basket and, depending on what you need, head that direction. Fresh foods are usually on the perimeter of the store. Packaged items are in isles, in the middle of the store. But when entering a farmers’ market there can be different rules... Continue Reading
Breastfeeding
May 25, 2017
Low numbers are good when discussing the rate of infants receiving formula after delivery. According to MDH, in 2015 just 15 percent of NE Minnesota WIC infants were fed formula in the hospital, showing the success of breastfeeding advocacy in the region. Other areas in the state ranged from 33 to 56 percent. Babies who are fed only breast milk... Continue Reading
Active living
May 16, 2017
Do you ever find yourself thinking about how great it would be to bike to work or school? You aren’t alone. Bike communing has grown by 62% from 2000 to 2013! You know you would get great exercise, be kind to the environment, and even save money! But then something gets in your way. You realize you don’t want to get... Continue Reading
Active living
May 16, 2017
Keep yourself safe while biking! Wear a helmet and make sure it fits correctly. Here is some great information from the Minnesota Bicycling Handbook created by the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota. HELMET POSITION Your helmet should sit level on your head and low on your forehead – one or two finger widths above your eyebrows. SIDE STRAPS Adjust the slider on... Continue Reading
Aitkin, Healthy eating
May 2, 2017
Once again, food is bringing people together. Riverwood Health Center in Aitkin, Minnesota has an appetite for change. They are making connections one bite at a time to bring healthier food to patients, staff, and visitors. Check out this video from KBJR.
Breastfeeding
April 13, 2017
Physicians and health care providers have the opportunity to learn about breastfeeding and earn CMEs and CEUs on May 25 in Duluth. The day begins with Breastfeeding Managment in Primary Care, a workshop for physicians from 7 to 8:30 a.m. This breakfast session provides lactation training for physicians and includes case-based presentations and a physician panel discussion about breastfeeding management... Continue Reading
