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weights icon Bringing fitness home

Posted April 12, 2013

Exercising at home doesn't require fancy equipment and tons of space. In fact, household chores can "count" as exercise. When you're looking for some help, we're offering group exercise and personal training at the FCHP Information Center. Read more ....

 

 

hands of caring credit corbis royalty free Caring for the caregiver - free seminar on March 25

Posted March 6, 2013

Caring for a loved one with dementia is not easy, but it can be more joyful. Come to the FCHP Information Center on Monday, March 25 at 5:30 p.m. to learn ways to bring joy into your very important role. Read more ...

 

  

Nurse and elderly woman - Creative Commons general license by dno1967b "Safety in the Home" seminar

Posted February 21, 2013

Caregivers are invited to join us at the FCHP Information Center on Monday, February 25 at 5:30 p.m. for tips on keeping the homes of their loved ones safe. Read more ...

 

 

Besochemps The many faces of addiction

Posted January 21, 2013

What does a dragon and quitting smoking have in common? TJ Sweeney, quit coach, talks about how this scaley smoker helps people quit. Read more ...

 

 

Picture of a banana being peeled A'peeling potassium

Posted December 6, 2012

What do bananas, sweet potatoes and molasses have in common? It's not just that they're sweet. Read more ...

 

 

Clip art licensed from the Clip Art Gallery on DiscoverySchool.com Flu facts for 2012

Posted November 9, 2012

Time for your flu shot! Regardless of whether or not you get the vaccine, read this refresher on seasonal flu. Read more ... 

 

Info center at White City Plaza Shrewsbury Grand opening of our health insurance storefront

Posted October 23, 2012

Imagine a morning when you can get grocery shopping done, grab a cup of coffee, do some window shopping AND get your questions answered about your FCHP insurance coverage -- all in one stop. Read more ...

 

Apple - Creative Commons - attribute: Dirk Haun My deductible plan and the routine exam

Posted October 10, 2012

An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but keep that appointment for your annual physical! There is no copayment for the routine exam, afterall. However, have you ever ended up owing money for this visit you originally thought was free? Read more to get to the "core" of this question. 

 

Water drinker attribution Creative Commons EdenPictures Water: Is 8 enough?

Posted on September 26, 2012

Get your eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day. That's what we've been told. But is it enough to keep your body working? Read more ...


 

Sole fish The nutritional power of fish

Posted on September 6, 2012

Get in the habit of eating fish a couple times a week. It's a nutritional, low-calorie food (when it's not fried). Read more ...

 

Cookout barbecue Food safety smarts for cookouts

Posted on August 24, 2012

Labor Day often is a time for cookouts, camping and picnics. Follow these common-sense tips for healthy outdoor cooking and dining. Read more ...

 

 

dime image credit wikipedia Health insurance rebates—simplified

Posted July 24, 2012

Health insurance companies are sending rebate checks to some of their customers for 2011 premiums. There's a lot involved in who gets them and why, making it a complicated equation. Here's a brief explanation. Read more...

 

 

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