If you are already having difficulty getting out of your chair, a modified sit-to-stand exercise can help you become stronger. Place an extra cushion or pillow on the chair so you are not seated as low. Elevate the seat height to a point that allows you to stand up, but requires you to put in effort.
August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month. ChicagoâPrevent Blindness America (PBA) has declared August as Childrenâs Eye Health and Safety Month in an effort to educate parents on the importance of healthy vision for their children. The association also offers signs and behaviors parents can look for to see whether their children may have vision problems.
National Safety Month. National Safety Week has now become National Safety Month! Now the month of January will be dedicated to an entire month of safety. Many Resorts across the country participate every year to educate skiers and snowboarders about being safe, and to use common sense on the slopes. National Safety Month includes a poster drawing contest, a photo contest, and participating resorts also compete for safety awards. Each resort supports Safety Month in different ways by creating new and exciting initiatives on their mountain.