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Read article: 5 ways to reduce your risk of stroke
5 ways to reduce your risk of stroke
In honor of Stroke Awareness Month, we reviewed the signs and symptoms of strokes in our last blog from April 26 (...
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Read article: Act F.A.S.T. in response to stroke
Act F.A.S.T. in response to stroke
Did you know that May is National Stroke Awareness Month? While we may not think about strokes often, they are one of the leading causes of death and...
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Read article: Celebrating Brain Awareness Week all year long
Celebrating Brain Awareness Week all year long
Brain Awareness Week is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. BAW was founded by the...
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Read article: Eat carotenoid-rich foods for better health
Eat carotenoid-rich foods for better health
Where Carotenoids are Found Naturally occurring plant pigments. More than 650 types exist in nature. These pigments are found in...

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Brain health is a no brainer with three-part series for seniors
PINCKNEYVILLE, Ill. –Aging, memory, and lifestyle factors all contribute to the health of our brains. Join Illinois Extension for a free three-part brain health series during the month of October. Throughout the series, participants will learn about the aging brain and what you can do to...
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Illinois Extension to offer free programming in Ogle County
OREGON, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension serving Ogle County will be offering upcoming programs in Rochelle and Oregon. Join Extension educator, Kara Schweitzer, as she leads these free sessions which are open to the public. Register by calling 815-632-3611. Penning the...
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Wits Fitness Brain Exercises offered by University of Illinois Extension
Engage in interactive activities designed to enhance cognitive function and memory in Wits Fitness Brain Exercises offered by University of Illinois Extension. The monthly classes are being held in four communities this fall. Thursdays at the York Township Public Library...
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Brain Health Class offered at Thomson Library This Fall
Engage in interactive activities designed to enhance cognitive function and memory in Wits Fitness Brain Exercises offered by University of Illinois Extension. The monthly classes are held on Thursdays at the York Township Public Library, 1005 W Main St, Thomson, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m....

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