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Hike, Wine & Dine Raises Over $170,000 for Local Cancer Center
The changing of the leaves last week readied the backdrop for one of the valley’s most beloved fundraising events, Vail Health’s Hike, Wine & Dine in support of the Shaw Cancer Center and Jack’s Place. Now on its 14th year, the fundraiser combines two of the valley’s greatest treasures — its fall foliage and its gourmet food — to create a community fundraising event that draws hundreds of people every year. Last Sunday, 439 people attended the hike and Aprés Hike events. This year, the event raised $170,155 toward Jack’s Place, a cancer caring house in Edwards that provides pay-what-you-can accommodations for patients who need day and night lodging during cancer treatment. The money will help to fund upgrades to the space and subsidize the cost of housing patients.
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Simple Tips for Extending Your Healthspan at 60+
As we grow older, it’s essential to adjust our habits to not only add years to our lives but also to enhance the quality of those years. One of the best ways to extend your healthspan is by embracing the Five Pillars of Health, which focus on key areas of well-being that support physical, mental, and emotional health. Following is an updated approach to these pillars, specifically tailored for the 60+ population, along with practical tips for integrating them into your daily life.
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3 Go-to Recipes for Your next Holiday Party
Having go-to recipes in your apron pocket can help ease stress and simplify your pre-party planning. These three, simple recipes, recommended by Vail Health staff, are tried-and-true options to get you out of the kitchen and into the social scene faster.
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Adjusting to Shorter Winter Days
When the clocks roll forward in March for daylight saving time, the loss of an additional hour of sleep can have an impact on the body. So when daylight saving time ends on November 3, 2024, what impact does it have on a person’s body?