Thursday, October 31, 2013

Flu Season Information from the CDC


Flu seasons are unpredictable in a number of ways. Although epidemics of flu happen every year, the timing, severity, and length of the season varies from one year to another.


What You Should Know for the 2013-2014 Influenza Season from the CDC.



Download Free Magazines with the Library's Zinio Subscription

Download the current issue of the following magazines to your device for free and read while on the go.


Diabetic Living helps people with diabetes take control now! See how to thrive—what to eat, how to lose weight, how to achieve good blood sugars, what to know about medications, how to avoid complications, and more. And yes, you still can enjoy your favorite foods! All recipes are tested in the Better Homes and Gardens Test Kitchen.  Available on:  iPhone, PC, iPad, Android PDF, Zinio Reader 4, RIM, Win 8, Win 8 Phone.


Weight Watchers Magazine delivers smart advice and delicious recipes that can help you succeed with your weight loss program and feel great about yourself. In every issue, real people share the tips that worked for them. Find the support and motivation you need to reach your weight loss goals within the pages of Weight Watchers Magazine. Available on:  iPhone, iPad, Android PDF, Zinio Reader 4, RIM, Win 8, Win 8 Phone.

Just create an Arrowhead Library System and a Zinio account using your library card number.

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Download Magazines through the Library's Zinio Subscription

Download the current issue of the following magazines to your device for free and read while on the go.


Men’s Fitness is the performance magazine with training, nutrition and relationship advice to help you realize your full potential.  It is available for: iPhone, PC, iPad, Android PDF, Zinio Reader 4, RIM, Win 8, Win 8 Phone.





Men's Health is a lifestyle magazine dedicated to showing men the practical and positive actions that make their lives better, with articles covering fitness, relationships, nutrition, careers, grooming, travel and health issues. Available for: iPhone, iPad, Android PDF, Zinio Reader 4, RIM, Win 8, Win 8 Phone.



Just create an Arrowhead Library System and a Zinio account using your library card number.



Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Healthy Energy Boosters

MedlinePlus: Trusted Health Information for You


The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has some suggestions. If you're on the go:
  • Put together your own trail mix, add nuts, dried fruits, whole grain pretzels and a little low sugar cereal.
  • Or cut up some veggies, and bring along some peanut butter or hummus for dipping.
  • For some crunch, baked tortilla chips with salsa or whole grain crackers and low fat cheese are options.
  • Or if you're really hungry, try a warmed up whole wheat tortilla wrap with a little low-sodium turkey, a slice of apple, and a little cheese.
  • If have a blender handy, a fruit smoothie whipped up with some low fat yogurt is also a healthy choice.
  • Finally, don't forget to wash it down with plenty of water, for healthy hydration.

Monday, October 28, 2013

Disposing of Prescription Medications

A permanent Prescription Drug Drop Off  Box is located at the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office (east side of the St. Louis County courthouse) , 1810 12th Ave. East in Hibbing.

Pills can be dropped off Monday-Friday, 8-4:00 p.m.

Do not flush medications down the toilet.  Flushing medications causes groundwater contamination.

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

The Healthy Lunch Club


Healthy Lunch Club Presents
"Cooking with Fresh Herbs & Seasonal Veggies"
with Chef Audrey Johnson of Zimmy's


Thursday, November 14
12:00 PM
Fairview Plaza - 1200 East 25th Street
Hibbing

Please join us for a lunch and learn on cooking with herbs and seasonal veggies. Watch a hands-on herb demonstration and combinations and learn a variety of cooking methods for seasonal veggies. Plus you'll get to take home herb blends and healthy and delicious recipes to try at home!


$10 Members (If your employer is a member you are too!)
$15 Non-Members
1 CEU Available

RSVP by November 7th at hibbcofc@hibbing.org or 218-262-3895.

A healthy lunch will be provided.

Monday, October 21, 2013

Watch Your Calories

The recommended daily caloric intake for adults is 2000 calories.

Friday, October 18, 2013

Sports and Energy Drinks: Should Your Child Drink Them?

Everyone needs to stay hydrated to stay healthy.  What should you give children that play sports?

Sports and Energy Drinks: Should Your Child Drink Them?

Project Care Flu Shots

Project Care Hibbing offers an Immunization Clinic the First Monday of each month 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. for children that are uninsured. This program is funded through Minnesota Department of Health Immunization. 

A limited number of flu vaccines are available for the season.  Limited Adult immunizations are also offered through a pharmaceutical program.  Please call (218) 263-8549 for further information.

Hibbing Flu Shot Clinic
Thursday, October 17th,  5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

 Virginia Flu Shot Clinic
Wednesday, October 30th, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Grand Rapids Flu Shot Clinic
Tuesday, November 12th & December 17th, 4:30 p.m.


First Come First Serve while supplies last. Patients must be uninsured. Picture ID required.

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Beginning an Exercise Program

If you've avoided the 'E word' for way too long, it's time to give your body what it deserves: regular activity and exercise.


Read the article by Chris Iliades, MD (Medically reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH) on the 

Wednesday, October 09, 2013

Protect Yourself Against Fraud in the New Health Insurance Market Place

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has published the following recommendations on best practices for individuals to protect themselves from fraud in the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Your best protection against fraud is being informed! Starting October 1, 2013, you can apply for health
insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace, on HealthCare.gov. Here are a few things to help
you protect yourself while getting you the coverage you need.

Be informed.
• Visit HealthCare.gov, the official Marketplace website, to learn the basics.
• Compare insurance plans carefully before making your decision.
• Look for official government seals, logos, and navigator and assister certifications.
• Know the Marketplace Open Enrollment dates — October 1, 2013 through March 31, 2014. No one can
enroll you in a health plan in the Marketplace until Open Enrollment begins or after it ends unless you
have special circumstances.
• Know that Navigators and certified application counselors should not ask you for money to enroll in a
health plan in the Marketplace. Consumers should be suspicious of anyone who charges them a fee in
connection with enrollment.
• Know that if you have Medicare, it’s against the law for someone to sell you a Marketplace plan.
Protect your personal information.
• No one should ask for your personal health information.
• Keep personal and account numbers private. Don’t give your Social Security number or credit card or
banking information to companies you didn’t contact or in response to unsolicited advertisements.
Note: If you get help from a Marketplace assister, they may need certain personal information like
your Social Security number to help you enroll.
• Never give your personal information to someone who calls or comes to your home without your
permission, even if they say they are from the Marketplace.

Ask questions and verify the answers you get.
• The Marketplace has trained assisters in every state to help you at no cost. Visit HealthCare.gov or call
1-800-318-2596 to find local help in your area. TTY users should call 1-855-889-4325.
• Ask questions if any information is unclear or confusing.
• Write down and keep a record of a salesperson’s name or anyone who may assist you, who he or she
works for, phone number, street address, mailing address, email address, and website.
• Don’t sign anything you don’t fully understand.

Report Anything Suspicious
If you suspect fraud, report it! Call the Health Insurance Marketplace consumer call center at
1-800-318-2596. TTY users should call 1-855-889-4325. Or contact local, state, or federal law enforcement agencies or your state department of insurance. If you suspect identity theft, or feel like you gave your personal information to someone you shouldn’t have, call your local police department and the Federal Trade Commission’s ID Theft Hotline at 1-877-438-4338. TTY users should call 1-866-653-4261. Visit ftc.gov/idtheft to learn more about identity theft.

Monday, October 07, 2013

Hibbing Community PIE (Partners in Education)

Look for the PIE brochure that was distributed with the Hibbing Tribune and the Manney Shopper on October 6th.

Hibbing Community Education Office along with other community organizations are offering a variety of health and wellness classes this fall.  There will be opportunities for:


  • Learn how to manage holiday stress
  • Aerobics
  • Weight management during the holidays
  • Karate
  • Sparring
  • Zumba 
There is also meeting and contact information for the following groups:

  • Type 2 Diabetes Education and Support Group
  • Type 1 Diabetes Education and Support Group
  • Cancer Support Group
  • MS Support Group
  • Caregiver Support Group
Plus information on individualized nutrition counseling, the car seat clinic, Fairview Breast Center Awareness Nights and more.

Friday, October 04, 2013

Pumpkins of All Shapes, Sizes, and Colors


Pumpkins of All Shapes, Sizes and Colors
Orange, red, green, yellow and... white? The colors of the season don't just apply to leaves, but also to pumpkins! Besides the standard Jack-o-Lantern orange, many uniquely colored pumpkins are grown in Minnesota. Keep your eyes out for Green Goblins, Jack-Be-Littles, Baby Boos and more when you're out picking to keep your fall display feeling fresh. Find your pumpkins at any of the 140 pumpkin patches in the Minnesota Grown Directory!   (from the Minnesota Grown monthly newsletter.)