Dry January is dedicated to staying abstinent from alcohol for the entire month. Why consider Dry January? If you are looking to improve your health, cut back on alcohol after the holiday season, or [...]
Getting a flu vaccination is the most important step that you can take to reduce the risk of the flu’s worst symptoms. According to the CDC, every year, millions of people get the flu, [...]
Diabetes Awareness Month is intended to promote awareness about the diabetes epidemic. Diabetes affects more than 37 million Americans and nearly one in two Americans has diabetes or pre-diabetes. Pre-diabetes describes a condition where blood [...]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Getting a breast cancer diagnosis can be frightening. But there is hope. More than 4 million people are alive after being diagnosed with breast cancer, and breast cancer mortality [...]
September 9-13 is Construction Suicide Prevention Week, which occurs during National Suicide Prevention Month. The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates of any profession. Multiple factors contribute to this, including long working [...]
September is Suicide Prevention Month and September 9-13 is Construction Suicide Prevention Week. This is a time to share resources to seek help and to de-stigmatize mental health. Our goal at the Funds Office is [...]
Pre-diabetes describes a condition where blood sugar is high, but not high enough to be considered diabetes. More than a third of adults have pre-diabetes and 85% of those with the condition are not aware [...]
Haven’t had a physical exam in a while? Or maybe you only see a doctor when you are sick or have a minor injury? Make the time to schedule a physical (checkup) with a primary [...]
What is the “Sandwich Generation?” Generally, it refers to adults who are caring for young children and for aging parents at the same time. But the definition has grown to include a broader range of [...]
May is Mental Health Month, dedicated to prioritizing our well-being and promoting open conversations about mental health. At the Local 4 Funds Office, we recognize the importance of mental health and its impact on our [...]
