Tween
The last & first few months of the year are filled with cozy family gatherings and celebrations. However, not everyone has a warm place to reside or family to spend time with. There are plenty of ways to spread cheer to people in your area that are in need. From donating to local food shelters […]
You may have heard of the term “Stranger Danger” at some point in your life. We may think of specific scenarios relating to that term where we’re taught as children not to follow a random person when they ask to you to come with them. We may know not to go into a random person’s […]
Understanding Food Insecurity Food insecurity is the lack of consistent access to enough food to support an active and healthy life. Although hunger and food insecurity are often linked, it is important to note that they are distinctly different concepts. Hunger refers to physical sensations of discomfort, whereas food security refers to the lack of […]
When you think of organizational skills, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? For me, it’s properly planning out events ahead of time, tracking your progress, and even taking breaks. Organizational skills always come in handy whether it be for school, work, or even your daily life! When I first entered high school, I […]
Why should I start implementing resistance exercises? The essential reasoning behind performing resistance training is to establish and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) state that in addition to eating a balanced diet, “engaging in regular physical activity (60 minutes per day for children […]
Summer is here, but that does not mean the all the work is done. Staying involved in your community is important all year long and is crucial to staying on track for the coming school year. Here are some great ways to stay involved, get ahead, and succeed this summer! Prepare: Even though Summer is […]
I was a freshman in college when I got my first urinary tract infection (UTI). After a trip to the student health center and 5 days of antibiotics, I was healthy and back to normal. Fast forward a few years to my junior year of college where I was again diagnosed with a UTI. I […]
PERIOD. I’m not talking about class periods or the statement “period”, I’m talking about a woman’s monthly menstruation cycle. As a woman myself, I can say that my first experience with my period was not great. I come from a family where talking about your natural bodily needs is not common or comfortable to talk […]
Dental hygiene refers to the steps you are taking to keep your teeth healthy or work towards making your teeth healthier. Dental hygiene is an important part of overall oral health and is important for keeping your mouth clean. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) notes that “good oral health helps you […]
A Letter To My Teenage Self: Dear Vi, I have so many things I want to tell you, but I am honestly not sure how to even write it all out. Let’s start with the girl I know you feel like you are now. I know you feel like the girl who has to put […]