Public Health & Safety

Osteoarthritis (OA) can make movement painful, but staying active is one of the best ways to manage symptoms and improve overall joint health. While it may seem counterintuitive, regular exercise helps reduce stiffness, strengthen muscles that support the joints, and improve flexibility, ultimately leading to less pain and better function.

Are you struggling to stay active? Does walking feel like a challenge sometime? April is Move More month, and this week, we’re talking about exercising with low mobility.

The Mississippi River is the nation’s most endangered river, a national conservation group says, because of federal plans to cut flood relief programs as severe weather threats grow. American Rivers, a nonprofit environmental advocacy organization, has issued an annual list of U.S. rivers it views as most at-risk for the past 40 years. The Mississippi’s place at the top comes as communities along the lower river flooded from torrential rain in early April, and as Trump administration officials consider eliminating the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, which helps state and local governments respond to disasters.

Gardening and yard work are more than just chores—they are excellent forms of physical activity that benefit both the body and mind. Many of the movements involved, such as digging, raking, lifting, and weeding, engage multiple muscle groups and provide a moderate-intensity workout similar to walking or biking.

Sarcopenia is a progressive loss of muscle mass, function, and strength due to aging. We all lose muscle over time. In fact, beginning in our 30s and 40s, you may notice loss of muscle mass and strength. However, the rate of muscle loss occurs much faster the older we get.

Did you know, only about 25% of adults meet the physical activity recommendations for muscle-strengthening and aerobic activity? A lack of physical activity will put you at risk for chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity.

The Augustana College Center for the Advancement of Community Health and Wellness is conducting a research project concerning maternal health experiences and outcomes women have experienced in the Quad Cities area.

Healthy habits often start in childhood and can last a lifetime, but if you didn’t develop these habits as a child, don’t worry—you can start at any age!

On March 13 from 5-6:30 p.m. and March 14 from 8:30-10 a.m. at 522 Filmore Street in Davenport, Humility Homes met with local community members in regards to the impact of federal funding on local housing and their services.

The session is set for Wednesday, March 19th, starting at 5:30 p.m. at the East Moline Public Library, 745 16th Ave. Those unable to attend can contact Akwaaba QC to receive a card with relevant information.