The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, announces Imelda Dacones, M.D., F.A.C.P., market president for Optum Pacific Northwest, as the community volunteer chairperson of the 2024 Puget Sound Go Red for Women movement. Dr. Dacones will lead the campaign as Go Red for Women celebrates its … [Read more...] about OPTUM’S MARKET PRESIDENT TO LEAD GO RED FOR WOMEN®
Wellness
Eating Mindfully through the Holidays—and All Year
Slow down before plowing through the holiday hors d’oeuvres or finishing off that overfilled plate of comfort food. An approach called mindful eating could just help you enjoy it even more and increase well-being. Paying close attention to food and how it makes your body feel also can help you make better decisions about what, why, and the amount to eat. “Mindful eating … [Read more...] about Eating Mindfully through the Holidays—and All Year
Olympia Farmers Market Invites You to a Market Harvest Celebration
The Olympia Farmers Market is thrilled to announce its upcoming "Market Harvest Celebration" on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This exciting event promises a day of family-friendly fun, featuring trick-or-treating from Market vendors, fall activities, and cooking demonstrations using Market produce. The Market Harvest Celebration is the perfect … [Read more...] about Olympia Farmers Market Invites You to a Market Harvest Celebration
YMCA Hires a New Director
Please join us in welcoming Tristin to Our Community With an impressive background spanning diverse leadership roles in the childcare sector, Tristin Pfeifer is an accomplished professional recognized for driving excellence and innovation in youth program management. She has over 15 years of youth programming leadership experience including Early Head Start, private sector … [Read more...] about YMCA Hires a New Director
Evergreen Eye Center: Vision Correction for Every Age
For decades, people with poor eyesight had to settle for improved vision with the assistance of glasses or contacts. But in the last decade, technology advancements in eye care have opened an incredible new world of options for people of every age with eye issues. According to Dr. Joshua Frenkel of Evergreen Eye Care Center, “Advancements in lens technology have allowed us … [Read more...] about Evergreen Eye Center: Vision Correction for Every Age