Myers’ Health Cabinet

- Keep some structure in your day. Structure gives us boundaries and purpose in getting through the day. This also means to keep a normal sleep schedule that you had previously (parents don’t let your kids sleep until noon!)
- Get outside! The vitamin D we get from the sun, in addition to fresh air will boost our immune systems
- Find a new hobby – could be something artsy, a new daily devotion, exercise, etc.
- Enjoy the stillness – take time to sit and meditate for 10-15 minutes (put this into your daily schedule). You’ll be amazed at the cleansing effect this has against anxiety on your mind
- Keep moving – fit at least 15 minutes of exercise into your daily structure. This will vary based on your age and general health status, but get up and move around.
- Social distancing does NOT mean spiritual distancing. Find ways to stay involved with your church family, other brothers and sisters in Christ, and those in need of help.
The Hope4NC Helpline (1-855-587-3463) connects North Carolinians to additional mental health and resilience supports that help them cope and build resilience during times of crisis. As part of the state’s recent hurricane recovery efforts it served over 4,400 people in the most impacted counties, and now it is being made available to everyone in North Carolina’s 100 counties during the COVID-19 crisis. This initiative is in partnership with all seven of the state’s LME/MCOs and REAL Crisis Intervention Inc. in Greenville. Hope4NC is now available 24 hours per day, seven days a week to speak to a live person.
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Thursday,
March 18
3p to 8p

15 Foods to Avoid if you have Heartburn
I have heartburn, medically referred to as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or dyspepsia. Let me share with you the 15 foods that stimulate heartburn…all of which I like! So, unfortunately all the good things to eat increase heartburn, but by trying to minimize some of these foods, you can reduce your severity or incidence of GERD.
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Distracted Driving
Each month there are many topics selected for health awareness. The month of April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Health Cabinet wishes to bring you a few facts about this issue.
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Pet Health
Pet Health Most pet owners don’t realize their furry friends can become diabetic. The symptoms in animals are much the same as diabetes in humans.
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