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                                    • The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

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                                      |Date: January 02, 2025
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                                      The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

                                      The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

                                      Exercise is a powerful tool for improving the quality of life for people fighting cancer and survivors al ...

                                      Exercise is a powerful tool for improving the quality of life for people fighting cancer and survivors alike. Whether during treatment or in recovery, engaging in regular physical activity can offer a ...

                                      January 02, 2025
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                                    • Post-Election Anxiety: 6 Active Self-Care Strategies for Navigating the Season

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                                      |Date: November 14, 2024
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                                      Post-Election Anxiety: 6 Active Self-Care Strategies for Navigating the Season

                                      Post-Election Anxiety: 6 Active Self-Care Strategies for Navigating the Season

                                      Editor's note: This article was written by Dani Dutro, LMHC, Valley's Director of Well-Being, in response ...

                                      Editor's note: This article was written by Dani Dutro, LMHC, Valley's Director of Well-Being, in response to Valley staff reaching out in the face of divided and contentious discussions in their perso ...

                                      November 14, 2024
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                                    • 5 Ways to Promote Your Overall Well-Being

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                                      |Date: May 15, 2024
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                                      5 Ways to Promote Your Overall Well-Being

                                      5 Ways to Promote Your Overall Well-Being

                                      Mindfulness in the morningBefore the start of your day, take 10-15 minutes to engage in a mindfulness act ...

                                      Mindfulness in the morningBefore the start of your day, take 10-15 minutes to engage in a mindfulness activity to promote stress reduction, which can reduce your overall stress levels throughout the r ...

                                      May 15, 2024
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                                    • Managing Depression: Healthy Habits for Your Mental Health

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                                      |Date: November 15, 2023
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                                      Managing Depression: Healthy Habits for Your Mental Health

                                      Managing Depression: Healthy Habits for Your Mental Health

                                      Valley's Director of Well-Being, Dani Dutro, LMHC, offers monthly "Well-Being Wednesday" seminars for Val ...

                                      Valley's Director of Well-Being, Dani Dutro, LMHC, offers monthly "Well-Being Wednesday" seminars for Valley staff. Recently she shared "Healthy Habits for Your Mental Health." While initially the vid ...

                                      November 15, 2023
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                                    • Your Mind Matters: Mental Health & Wellness in the Retirement Years

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                                      |Date: September 26, 2023
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                                      Your Mind Matters: Mental Health & Wellness in the Retirement Years

                                      Your Mind Matters: Mental Health & Wellness in the Retirement Years

                                      Retirement isn’t all about sandy beaches and sunsets – it can come with its own set of challenges. Resear ...

                                      Retirement isn’t all about sandy beaches and sunsets – it can come with its own set of challenges. Research shows that retirement can lead to mobility challenges, illness, and a decline in mental heal ...

                                      September 26, 2023
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                                    • September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – Resources for When You or Your Loved One are in Crisis

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                                      |Date: September 06, 2023
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                                      September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – Resources for When You or Your Loved One are in Crisis

                                      September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – Resources for When You or Your Loved One are in Crisis

                                      This article was originally published September 2023. It was updated September 2024. September is Suicide ...

                                      This article was originally published September 2023. It was updated September 2024. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. It’s a tough subject but knowing warning signs and risk factors of ...

                                      September 06, 2023
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                                    • Culture, Community and Connection–Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Awareness Month

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: July 11, 2023
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                                      Culture, Community and Connection–Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Awareness Month

                                      Culture, Community and Connection–Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Awareness Month

                                      By Valley's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health ...

                                      By Valley's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, also known as Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) Mental Health Aw ...

                                      July 11, 2023
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                                    • New Year, New You? How to Set Realistic Goals That You’ll Actually Stick With

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: January 17, 2023
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                                      New Year, New You? How to Set Realistic Goals That You’ll Actually Stick With

                                      New Year, New You? How to Set Realistic Goals That You’ll Actually Stick With

                                      It’s the start of a New Year, and for many that means setting New Year’s resolutions. According to one li ...

                                      It’s the start of a New Year, and for many that means setting New Year’s resolutions. According to one list, 38.5% of adults in the United States set New Year’s resolutions each year, but only 9% succ ...

                                      January 17, 2023
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                                    • Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Month—Beyond The Numbers

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: July 07, 2022
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                                      Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Month—Beyond The Numbers

                                      Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Mental Health Month—Beyond The Numbers

                                      By Valley Medical Center's Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee Bebe Moore Campbell National Minor ...

                                      By Valley Medical Center's Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, also known as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) ...

                                      July 07, 2022
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                                    • Helping Your Child Through Common Fears + Resources for Talking about School Shootings or Other Tragic Events in the News

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: June 07, 2022
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                                      Helping Your Child Through Common Fears + Resources for Talking about School Shootings or Other Tragic Events in the News

                                      Helping Your Child Through Common Fears + Resources for Talking about School Shootings or Other Tragic Events in the News

                                      Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! If you have children who are 4 – 5 years old, you can count on them be ...

                                      Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! If you have children who are 4 – 5 years old, you can count on them being fearful of wild animals, monsters, and the dark—it’s a normal part of their development. Ch ...

                                      June 07, 2022
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