Dear Readers, As we head into February we often think about Valentine’s Day activities but it also presents the opportunity to raise awareness and recognize Heart Health Month.
We also can’t forget the excitement of the Winter Olympics games set for February 6-22. Writer Dennis Bova encourages readers to use the events of the Olympics to spur their own physical activity and support healthier lifestyles (page 4).
In the column Eating Well, Laurie Syring raises heart health awareness and shares healthy eating suggestions including following a pescatarian diet (page 5).
Writer Craig Rummell with Dave’s Running Shop explains the benefits of owning multiple pairs of running shoes especially for those who work long hours (page 10). CHI Living Communities honor their 2025 Employee of the Year, LPN Kim Duncan (page 12). Duncan is a member of the Franciscan Care Center family.
Long-term Ombudsman Specialist Lori Davis continues to outline long-term consumers’ rights on page 13.
In her column “Nobody is Perfect,” Sister Karen Zeilinski explains dietary supplements (page 14).
HLN Editor Becca Roberts looks at the science of the heart, the heartbrain connection. Proving the heart is more than a muscle (page 15). On that same page, readers are invited to join the Wood County Park District on Sunday, February 9 to enjoy a free breakfast with items grown or raised on the Carter Historic Farm.
577 Foundation Organic Landscape Horticulturist Bennet O. Dowling gives gardeners planning tips in preparation of spring (page 16).
Upcoming free support groups and workshops offered by Hospice of Northwest Ohio are listed on page 16.
This issue offers a wealth of information and we want to thank you for your commitment to reading HLN each month.
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