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National Cancer Prevention Month – Get Moving!
February 4, 2025
According to research, 4 out of 10 cancer cases in the United States are associated with preventable risk factors. Excess body weight, poor diet and physical inactivity are factors that contribute to increased cancer risk – and for National Cancer Prevention Month, the Y wants to remind you that we’re here to help. No matter where you are on your health and wellness journey, the YMCA of Broome County is here for you every step of the way!
Take Charge This American Heart Month with Simple Steps to Manage Blood Pressure and Boost Your Wellness
February 1, 2025
February is American Heart Month, and with recently published research indicating blood pressure control has worsened in both men an woman since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to use this month to get a blood pressure screening and focus on becoming heart healthy.
Anyone can drown. No one should. July 25 is World Drowning Prevention Day, set forth by The United Nations (UN) and World Health Organization (WHO). The YMCA of Broome County is joining in on raising drowning prevention awareness as a public health issue.
The sound of a racquetball being shot across the court, ricocheting back to the players has long been synonymous with many YMCAs across the country. In 1950, YMCA volunteer Joe Sobek invented racquetball “as an alternative to squash and handball,” according to the YMCA of USA.
On the journey to better health and wellness, figuring out the when, where, why and how of exercising can be a daunting task. But group exercise classes can take care of many of these variables for you.
YMCA resident pursues music and film career
May 23, 2024
Sean L. White is a producer and entertainer. He’s also a resident of the YMCA.
“Me being able to have my room, and all the assistance that I have that the Y provides, it allowed me to catapult regarding my music,” White said. “I was fortunate to work with some major artists. I’m proud about that and I wouldn’t have it any other way.”
The YMCA of Broome County offers a variety of softball leagues for ages 16 and older. However, age is something the Sunstreams have proven to be nothing but a number.
May is Older Americans Month. Established in 1963, Older Americans Month is dedicated to acknowledging the contribution and achievements of older Americans, while sharing the importance of finding fulfillment in the aging process. In honor of this month, we will be sharing tips from the Administration for Community Living on how to find fulfillment by paving our own paths as we age.