CDC July Story Ideas

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. July Story Ideas from the CDC Newsroom Arthritis Arthritis affects 50 million adults and remains the most common cause of disability. Arthritis includes more than 100 different rheumatic diseases and conditions, the most common of which is osteoarthritis. Other frequently occurring forms of arthritis or other rheumatic conditions include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, fibromyalgia, and gout. Although arthritis is more common among adults aged 65 years or older, most cases occur among those younger than age 65, and people of all ages (including children) can be affected. Arthritis is more common among women than men in every age group, and it affects members of all racial and ethnic groups. Arthritis is also more common among adults who are obese than among those who are normal weight or underweight.   Kid Safety this Summer Help your kids stay safe and healthy while they enjoy summer fun! Teach them simple health tips at home and at play. Kids like to dive into summer to relax, unwind, and have fun. Warm weather brings more opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Here are some ways to stay safe while enjoying swimming, boating, hiking, biking, and more.   Managing Your Stress Stress can hit you when you least expect it—before a test, after an accident, or during conflict in a relationship. It can occur during positive times (such as when planning a wedding) or following a difficult event (such as when dealing with the effects of a natural disaster). While everyone experiences stress at times, a prolonged bout of it can affect your health and ability to cope with life. That’s why social support and self-care are important. They can help put your problems into perspective and ease stressful feelings. Follow CDC’s suggested tips for self-care.   Read more>>     Modify/Update Subscriber Preferences  |  Unsubscribe  |  Send Feedback  |  Learn more about CDC Email Updates To receive the latest news for your region, please update your profile with your country, state and zip code. Questions or problems? Please contact support@govdelivery.com. STAY CONNECTED:  CDC on Facebook  Dr. Frieden on Twitter  CDC on YouTube       This email was sent to filter@clubhouseb.com using GovDelivery, on behalf of: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) · 1600 Clifton Rd · Atlanta, GA 30333 · 1-800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636)