March News
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March Newsletter

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March is National Nutrition Month! 

Healthy Eating Tips for the whole family from the American Heart Assoc.
 
  • For snack time, keep fresh fruit and pre-chopped or no-chop veggies on hand. Your family is more likely to grab fruits and vegetables over the other items if they're readily available.
  • Enjoy fish high in omega-3 fatty acids. Oily fish such as salmon, mackerel, trout, and albacore tuna are good choices.
  • small handful of nuts or seeds can be a satisfying and healthy snack. Look for unsalted or lightly salted nuts. Almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, pecans, pistachios, and walnuts are all good choices.
  • Vegetables and fruits are loaded with nutrients and fiber, and typically low in calories and sodium. Fresh, frozen or canned produce can all be healthy choices, but compare food labels and choose wisely. 
  • And don't forget - Parents say family is less stressed when they eat together
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March is also National Colorectal Cancer Awareness month. Did you know that Colorectal cancer can be cured in up to 90 percent of people when discovered in its early stages? It is estimated that over 40,000 lives a year could be saved through colorectal cancer screening and early detection in men & women. Talk to your doctor to see if it is time for a screening.

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We are having so much fun trying chair yoga at the senior centers. If you haven't given it a try--now is the time! The Council Grove senior center meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month and the White City senior center meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. However, in March White City will meet on March 7th & 21st to accommodate spring break.  Everyone is welcome to join us for some great movement!

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You won't want to miss this great presentation on Help for Back Pain with Luke Plummer, PT, DPT. Lunch is $6 and you do need to reserve your spot. You can call 620-767-6811 ext. 148 or email szeigler@mrcohosp.com to reserve a spot.

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The MCH Auxiliary has two ongoing fundraisers that help support different Hospital projects. You can cut out your Best Choice UPC labels and drop them off at the front door welcome desk where you can also buy Ray's gift cards in amounts of $25, $50, and $100. The gift cards are great for giving but also for buying your weekly groceries as you don't have to use the entire amount in one shopping trip.  Thank you for your help in supporting our Hospital with these easy fundraisers!

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Our Assisted Living Center residents enjoy all sorts of activities each month and we love having guests.  In February, we had a fun K-State watch party hosted by one of our resident's daughters. The friendships created here are one of the best parts of this unique living setting!  MCAL is renovating the last couple of apartments that are available to rent, so if you are considering a move, now is the time to enquire. You can call Laverne at 620-767-5600 to set up a tour and have lunch with this fun crew.

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