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  • National Stroke Awareness Month

    NEC_Blog_Stroke600x600_050217HW May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Supported by the National Stroke Association, the ultimate goal is to help ‘Save A Life’ by educating the public about the risks, symptoms, and preventive measures associated with strokes. There are a variety of symptoms that occur when someone is experiencing a stroke. These include: Sudden numbness and tingling,…
  • 5 Stroke Symptoms & Signs

    health-200x200 Would you recognize the immediate signs of a stroke? It is important to know the signs and symptoms of a stroke before any medical attention is needed. During a stroke the blood flow to the brain is immediately blocked. This blockage can occur for any reason, and the consequences can be life altering. Each minute…
  • Why You Should Eat Less Sugar

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    Most of us know that eating too much sugar is not good for your health, but you may not know all the places where sugar hides. If you eat cereal for breakfast, use salad dressing, or dip your french fries in ketchup, you are probably consuming more sugar than you realize. The American Heart Association recommends consuming no more than six teaspoons of added sugar per day for women and no more than ten teaspoons per day for men.

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