Typically, men do not like going to the doctor. In fact, women are 100% more likely than men to visit the doctor for annual exams and preventative services (CDC, 2001). National Men’s Health Week (June 11-17, 2018) encourages men and boys to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury. Here are some […]

Safety is everyone’s responsibility all year long, but June is officially National Safety Month. And it’s not just about being safe on the job. The National Safety Council focuses on reducing leading causes of injury and death: At work. On the road. In our homes. In our communities. They focus on a different safety topic […]

This spring we donated backpacks to help Operation Backpack and Swing for the Fences, two programs helping kids in Wilson County, North Carolina. Operation Backpack What helps students learn better? Start with the basics – pencil and paper. That’s the goal of the Wilson County Schools Operation Backpack program. It has provided backpacks filled with […]

May 13-19 is National Transportation Week. By presidential proclamation, the United States recognizes the importance of our nation’s transportation infrastructure – the system of roads, railroads, airports, and ports that link our communities. The week also honors those who build, operate, and maintain the system. And it’s a big system. Think about your groceries. To […]

Whether at work or at home, women often take care of others before themselves. In fact, according to a 2017 “Women’s Wellness Report” from Everyday Health, 76% of the 3,000 women participants said they were more likely to put their own personal needs after someone else’s. National Women’s Health Week (May 13-19) reminds women to […]