Research volunteers needed! Do you have knee pain? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a four-month research study looking at effects of raspberries in improving joint function and reducing pain associated with knee osteoarthritis. If you are between 45-79 years old and otherwise healthy and mobile you may qualify. Participants will consume…
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Features, February 2019
2 Your Health – Eating good + looking good = feeling good
When you are a Robson resident, you realize that among our citizens, the one topic that seems to come up most often is health issues. Whether it is illness, an accident, or just plain feeling tired, part of growing older is knowing that sooner or later, you are going to face health problems. We all…
Features, January 2019
2 Your Health: Happy (healthy) New Year!
It’s 2019, Robson residents. Another year has passed. Time to renew those same old resolutions. “Yes, this is the year I am going to really do something to stay healthy, to look healthy and to feel good about myself.” As we grow older, it becomes harder to look in the mirror and see the signs…
Features, December 2018
2 Your Health: What are you craving?
Tracy Cook Have you ever wondered why you crave a certain food or drink at certain times, like margaritas with chips and guacamole always so good or a dessert after dinner at your favorite restaurant? Ever crave curtain foods when you are happy, sad, stressed, or need comfort? There is a scientific reason behind these…
Features, October 2018
2 Your Health: “Killing Lincoln: Killing Kennedy: Killing us!:
Tracy Cook, NP-C The best-selling series of “Killing __” books provides interesting details of the deaths of famous people with much emphasis on conspiracies, assassinations, politics and greed. What we don’t read about is what is killing average American citizens in large numbers and it is not guns, accidents or drug overdoses. The five leading…
Clubs & Classes, July 2018
Robson Ranch Walkabout
It was perfect weather to walk early Saturday morning on June 16. Robson Ranch residents started their Walkabout early at 7:00 a.m. and enjoyed their three-mile stroll through shaded sidewalks and streets. The next Saturday Walkabout is scheduled for August 18 at 7:00 a.m. The Fourth of July Walk/Run at 7:30 a.m. replaces the July…
Generals, July 2018
Health experts speak to Robson men
David Laschinger Each month the Living Well committee invites experts in their field to talk with Robson residents about various health topics. The June 6 program was for Gentlemen Only, Ladies Forbidden (GOLF). Before the guest professionals teed off, the 34 men in attendance were briefed on the Living Well website. This included tips, proper…
Features, July 2018
2 Your Health: A closer look at stem cell therapy and PRP
Tracy Cook, NP-C Everywhere we look today we see ads, articles and commercials talking about Stem Cell Therapy and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) being used in the medical field. How can the average consumer separate fact from hype? Is one better than the other? Both therapies have unique and remarkable qualities. So, what are the…
Generals, June 2018
Updates for Women
Elaine Kushmaul The “Updates for Women” Program on May 2 imparted timely information for Women’s Health Month. It was a program in three parts: 1) Updates on wellness and prevention measures, 2) Osteoporosis for women, and 3) Diagnostic testing for maintenance of cardiac health. Tracy Cook, CNP with Adult Health Services, operating locally, led…
Generals, June 2018
May Walkabout at Robson Ranch
It was a perfect weather day for the May 19 Living Well Walkabout. They finished a three-mile walk or run WITH sunny skies and pleasant temperatures. The Living Well Walkabout is a great way to meet new neighbors, visit with friends and improve your health. What a fun way to start your Saturday morning! Join…