Health & Fitness
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A Movement Is Afoot to Bring Children Back to the Playgrounds
A movement is underway nationwide to get children moving again by promoting safe and stimulating play at local playgrounds, according to a July 2022 article at voiceofplay.org. A decrease in children’s physical activity can contribute to social, developmental and other health issues. Researchers have found that children are three to five times more active while…
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New York Times: Swim Club in Delco Brings Swimming to Black Children
In 1959, the Nile Swim Club in Yeadon celebrated its grand opening as the first Black-owned swim club in the country, writes Campbell Robertson for the New York Times. But as the Black children waded into the water, there was a realization. “None us knew how to swim,” said Bill Mellis, who was 13 at…
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Fill the Soul, Not the Void: Addiction Treatment Center in Devon Aims to Keep Kids Safe During the Summer
Recovery Centers of America’s Devon facility is working to keep safe and sober while still having an enjoyable summer, writes Bill Rettew for the Daily Local News. With students returning home from college and high-schoolers off for summer vacation, the organization wants parents to know the importance of an open, honest dialogue and providing an…
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Chester County Home to a Pair of the Region’s 19 Healthiest Employers
Two Chester County companies are among the 19 healthiest employers in the region that are putting the wellness of their employees at the forefront, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Healthiest Employers program determined the healthiest companies through an online survey. Companies that completed the survey get points based on their wellness…
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General Recreation: The Evolution of Playground Design
Playground design has come a long way from the traditional steel structures fixed in concrete found in your neighborhoods and schoolyards, according to an article in the Play and Playground Encyclopedia. These days there is a wide range of equipment and features with imaginative and innovative elemetns to keep kids interested. Playground design has been…
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General Recreation: We-Go-Swing, Revolutionary New Inclusive Swing
General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square, a provider of commercial playground and recreational equipment throughout the region, always has its eye on inclusive play, making sure that all children can join in the fun. With that in mind, General Recreation introduces the We-Go-Swing, providing a whole new way to play for all. It’s the first…
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‘No Coincidence’ That U.S. News & World Report Ranks Chesco Among the 100 Healthiest Counties in America
Chester County ranks among the Top 100 in the Healthiest Communities Rankings compiled by U.S. News & World Report, writes Isabel Tehan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The rankings are based on the evaluation of 3,000 U.S. counties across 89 health-related metrics in 10 categories. The categories covered quality of economy, education, environment, equity, food…
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General Recreation: Children at Play Engage the Senses and Discover Their World
Sensory-rich playgrounds help children develop as they learn about the world around them and use their different senses to explore, according to General Recreation, Inc. in Newtown Square, a leading distributor of playground and recreational equipment. These are just some of the elements found at your local playground that can help children develop their senses.…
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New Medical Marijuana Dispensary Opens in Coatesville
Trulieve Cannabis Corp. has officially opened a medical marijuana dispensary in Coatesville. “As a cornerstone market for Trulieve, we are proud to expand access to medical marijuana for Pennsylvania’s patient population,” said Trulieve CEO Kim Rivers, “Trulieve is committed to investing in communities where we operate and will offer patients access to high-quality products and…
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Jefferson Health – Abington Holds Its Way-More-Than Fair Fair, 109th Annual Cancer Patient Fundraiser
A dog and pony show is a somewhat pejorative term for an overblown, over-hyped event. A horse and pony show, however, is an altogether different animal. It’s a competition among beautiful equines, groomed to perfection, and evaluated under the professional eye of a team of breed experts. It’s also, referring to this weekend’s Jefferson Health…
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Chester County Home to Two of Greater Philadelphia’s Healthiest Employers for 2022
Two companies based in Chester County are finalists for Greater Philadelphia’s Healthiest Employers for 2022, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The program recognizes workplaces in the region that have integrated best health practices into their operations and encourage a healthy environment for their employees. This is especially important now that many companies…
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DeSales U Professor Reminds Us of Minding Mindfulness for Mental Health
We aim to bring awareness to mental health all year long. This is not a new development; in fact, it’s an annual designation although many of us probably don’t give a moment of thought to, assuming we are even aware that it’s ‘a thing.’ One difference this year is that mental health is becoming a…
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The Alliance for Health Equity Announces Goal of Cycling 3,000 Miles as a Community in 2022
The Alliance for Health Equity has unveiled Cycle4Change 2022, a month-long cycling event for community members to get up, get active, and promote change in the Greater Coatesville area. Join AHE from June 3 to June 30 as it cycles to increase health and wellness both personally and community-wide, all while advancing access and equity. …
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How This Kennett Square-Based Chain of C-Stores Does Its Part to Lift Fresh Produce Consumption in Region
Landhope Farms, a three-unit convenience store headquartered in Kennett Square, is doing its part in lifting fresh produce consumption through in-store placement and suggestive selling, writes Carol M. Bareuther for Produce Business. Landhope Farms has been selling around 70,000 single bananas a year, which are among the first foot-in-the-door produce offerings. “A fresh banana, Red…
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General Recreation: ‘Pocket Gyms’ Enhance Outdoor Fitness Trails
With the return of decent spring weather and ongoing concerns about COVID-19, outdoor recreation areas, particularly rail trails, continue to be a popular choice for people. General Recreation, located in Newtown Square, has the expertise to help communities maximize the benefits of those trails. Playground Consultant Steve Hemler has worked with places like Shippensburg Township…
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YMCA Offers Free Introduction to Mindfulness Classes to Promote Mental Health Awareness Month
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is offering a new Introduction to Mindfulness for Wellbeing class for free throughout the month of May in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. The four-week virtual class will be held on Wednesday afternoons and Thursday evenings. “All people experience mental health on a spectrum that is influenced by their…
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How DeSales University MBA Program Helped a Graduate Start on an Entrepreneurial Fitness Path
One of the questions that come up often with regards to BAR40 is how it started, and part of that origin story can be traced back to Eric Bartosz’s time completing his MBA at DeSales University. Specifically, the leadership courses which provided exposure and a deeper dive into how innovation, perseverance and passion can help…
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Check Out Where Chester County Ranks Among the Healthiest Counties in Pennsylvania
Chester County residents are the healthiest in Pennsylvania, according to a new study by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. To determine the ranking, the study took into account 90 health-influencing factors, including housing, education, jobs, and quality healthcare access. Chester County placed first in the…
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