Lifestyle

Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time to plan your summer getaway. Luckily, when you live in Michigan, you really don’t have to go far to find some fantastic vacation destinations.

The LMAS District Health Department has partnered with the Luce County Sheriff’s Office, Mackinac County Sheriff’s Office, Alger County Sheriff’s Office, and Schoolcraft County Sheriff’s Office as well as the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to host Medication Take Back events throughout the district this spring.

One of the single most important things you can do for your overall health and wellness is regular self-care. Data on self-care is alarming to say the least. Some sources state that as little as 6% of adults engage in regular self-care; other studies claim that 1 in 3 adults feel guilty for taking time to engage in self-care, and there is even data to show that some adults have never engaged in self-care activities at all. The bottom line is that the vast majority of adults do not engage in one of the most important aspects of health and wellness.

Have you heard that Munising now has a 4-H Youth Garden Club? Community gardening benefits participants and the larger community by supporting food security, promoting a healthy and aesthetic environment and improving mental and physical health through self expression, being part of a team, doing physical activity and promoting positive eating habits. Youth gain hands-on experience while also learning about food systems, the local environment, and learning by doing.

What is health, really? Contrary to popular belief, health is not surface level. Health is more than looking a certain way.

Q: I am bothered terribly by itchy, tearing eyes and clear runny nose every spring and summer; my doctor advised me to try one of the anti-allergy medications that can be purchased without a prescription. They do seem to help, but I have to take them for more than a week before they seem to start working. Is there any better way to manage this problem?