Hey West Chicago, #DYK You may be able to prevent or delay diabetes by losing 5 to 7 percent of your starting weight? Being overweight may increase your risk for certain health problems like diabetes, take the step you need today - https://t.co/4UlpOyKKj8

#DYK by making healthy lifestyle changes, it's possible to manage or reverse prediabetes & improve your overall health? Learn more about your risk for prediabetes & how to reverse or maintain your prediabetes at https://t.co/4UlpOyKKj8

Hi West Chicago, November is National Diabetes Month. This year’s focus is on prediabetes & preventing diabetes. By making small healthy lifestyle changes, it’s possible to prevent type 2 diabetes & even reverse your prediabetes. Visit: https://t.co/4UlpOyKKj8 #DiabetesAwareness

Cooking at Home with Healthy West Chicago- Holiday Edition

Cooking at Home with Healthy West Chicago - Holiday Edition

Hey West Chicago, #didyouknow? •Diabetes affects about 34.2 million Americans or about 10.5 percent of the U.S. population Use this month as the first step to learning about diabetes and how to prevent and manage it, visit: https://t.co/4UlpOyKKj8 #DiabetesAwarenessMonth

This year flu shots are widely available. They are covered by most insurance & offered at low cost if uninsured. You can get one at your local doctor's office, pharmacy, health clinic, and sometimes even at your workplace or school! #StopTheSpread #FluSeason2021 #MoveWithTheMayor

#HeartDisease & #Stroke are 2 of the leading causes of death in the U.S. Lower your risk by moving for at least 30 min a day. Tips to help you get started: https://t.co/UeSMRmzRgH #MoveWithTheMayor #ActivePeople #MoveYourWay

November Partner Spotlight: West Chicago Elementary School District 33 https://t.co/dvCnUlQ3I7

Physical activity doesn’t have to be hard to have great health benefits. Make it a family fun routine! When the whole family gets moving together, everyone gets the health benefits. Here are some tips to start moving: https://t.co/syzMf2IIyq #MoveWithTheMayor @CDCHeart_Stroke

#Fluseason is here, get vaccinated to protect yourself and your loved ones. Children under 5 (especially under 2) are at higher risk of serious flu complications. Protect them with a flu vaccine. Learn more: https://t.co/2suG596C8T

High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. The only way to know if you have high blood pressure is to get yours monitored. Learn how and why to get your blood pressure checked. https://t.co/IiIwtg5T2l #NationalWomensBloodPressureAwarenessWeek @CDCHeart_Stroke @womenshealth

The simplest way to get moving & improve your #HeartHealth is to start walking. It's free, easy & can be done just about anywhere, even in place! Grab a friend and start moving today! #MoveYourWay #MoveWithTheMayor #ActivePeople @CDCHeart_Stroke @MillionHeartsUS

#DYK? Over 100 million people in the U.S. have high #bloodpressure, and many don’t know because they don’t have symptoms. Make an appt to get your blood pressure checked by your health care provider: https://t.co/GLA5N85NQX #NWBPAW

Blood Pressure Basics: #bloodpressure measuring 120/80 mmHg is considered normal. Blood pressure measuring 140/00 mmHg or above is considered high #bloodpressure or #hypertension. Learn more about what the numbers mean here: https://t.co/gsjZnnTEZ3  #NWBPAW

#PhysicalActivity is essential to #HeartHealth No matter your age or fitness level, moving for 30 minutes a day can help increase your quality of life & decrease health risks including #HeartDisease. #MoveWithTheMayor #ActivePeople #MoveYourWay @CDCHeart_Stroke

HWC and Northwestern Medicine are hosting #fluclinics this month to protect West Chicago this flu season. Come out tomorrow if you haven’t already! #westchicago #fluseason #healthywestchicago

#WorldMentalHealthDay this year focuses on how #COVID-19 has had a major impact on mental health. It is a huge part of overall health and should be a priority for everyone. Eating a balanced diet and daily exercise has a positive effect on mental health. #MentalHealthAwareness

Getting your flu shot is the best way to protect yourself AND your loved ones. Children, the elderly, & those with certain chronic conditions are at greater risk of developing severe flu complications. Protect your family this flu season by getting your flu shot. #FluSeason2021

#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth wants adults with breasts to understand breast cancer and how to be aware to keep yourself safe. Regularly check breast tissue for irregularities. Talk to your doctor about your breast health and any family history of breast cancer