How Do You Kick Off the Summer?

How Do You Kick Off the Summer?

With the hot sunny days of summer ahead of us,  my kids (much like you and yours I’m sure)  are very happy school is out and the pool is open.   In addition to those impromptu summer gatherings and lazy days of the season, we really try and take advantage of the...
The 1st Annual Long Island Wellness Challenge

The 1st Annual Long Island Wellness Challenge

June 22, 2010 marked the Kick-off Event for the 1st Annual Long Island Wellness  Challenge, presented by Action Long Island and the American Heart Association.  The event was held at Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, NY. The Long Island Wellness Challenge will...
Inspirational Celeb Survivors

Inspirational Celeb Survivors

The fight to beat breast cancer is no doubt a difficult journey, requiring a great deal of emotional strength.  I am truly amazed by the determination and positivity exhibited by breast cancer patients, especially those who must fight their battle in the public eye. ...
MyFitnessPal.com: My New Best Friend

MyFitnessPal.com: My New Best Friend

A friend of mine recently introduced me to a website called MyFitnessPal.com.  It’s a get healthy site that helps to track what you’ve eaten in a day along with whatever exercise you’ve done.  I love it!  It’s similar to Weight Watchers’...
The 1st Annual Long Island Wellness Challenge

Interning with the Maurer Foundation

These past few weeks interning with the Maurer Foundation has opened my eyes to a major health issue at hand. The issue is breast cancer and how it is crucial for people to be fully educated in order to live a healthier lifestyle. As a college student exploring my...
The 1st Annual Long Island Wellness Challenge

Pepsi Refresh Project

The Maurer Foundation has just been accepted as a contestant in the Pepsi Refresh Project!!! Help us save lives by voting for our Breast Health College Campus Tour at:...
The Great Debate

The Great Debate

Healthcare reform has been a hot topic for quite some time now but many American’s are still left wondering what it means for them, what it means for their future and what it will cost them. One particular provision of the reform stood out to me.  I flashed back...
7th Annual Health and Fitness Fair

7th Annual Health and Fitness Fair

Saturday, May 15th was the 7th Annual Health and Fitness Fair, run by Senator Carl L. Marcellino and the Oyster Bay Chamber of Commerce.  It was a perfect day for the Fair that had health and fitness demonstrations, live entertainment, health screenings, rock climbing...