People are living longer. Unfortunately, elder abuse cases rise as the population of older adults rises in Alabama and across the nation. The National Council on Aging estimates that 1 in 10 Americans has experienced some form of elder abuse and an estimated 5 million adults aged 60 and over are abused each year. But …
Category Archives: Health & Wellness
Your Need-to-Know Information for Dealing with COVID-19 (coronavirus) in Barbour County
To learn about the virus, call the state help line at 1-800-270-7268. Stay safe. Use good hand washing, stay home, and avoid other people. If you are sick, call your doctor first unless it is an emergency. If you do not have a doctor, call the hospital clinic at 334-687-2083 from 9 to 5 on …
Barbour County COVID-19 Resources
Many organizations in Barbour County are sharing information on COVID-19 so that we can reach citizens who do not regularly use the internet or have access to good local information. With so many sources of information available, even people with multiple connections can find it challenging to know who has the information they need in …
Prepare Heart-Healthy Foods for Your Family
Helen H. Jones; Extension Agent; Nutrition, Diet & Health Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America. Fortunately, many risk factors are things we have control over, such as our food and lifestyle choices. Making nutritious food choices and working in physical activity throughout the day are two excellent ways to help keep …
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Medical Center Barbour
We all know that February is a time for romance and passion, but it’s also a great time for Medical Center Barbour to show Barbour County and the surrounding areas that they love them and want them to be healthy in many different ways this month! Medical Center Barbour has a few ways planned to …