January Is Radon Action Month
If there was an environmental hazard that you could not see, smell, or taste wouldn’t you like to know? With the month of January being Radon Action Month, the St. Clair County Health Department (SCCHD) is encouraging all residents to learn more about testing their homes.
Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive gas that occurs naturally. Outdoors, radon poses little threat due to it being diluted into the atmosphere. Indoors radon can be more concentrated, leading to possible lung cancer. Environmental Health Director, Steve Demick, says “Radon exposure is considered the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking.”
The SCCHD are offering free radon test kits for the month of January. Individuals may receive one test kit per home. Test kits are available during regular business hours at the SCCHD located at 3415 28th Street.
For more information, visit: scchealth.co.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
SC4 Hosts 21st Annual MLK Jr. Day Celebration
“I have a dream that one day my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” – Martin Luther King Jr. I Have A Dream Speech
These are the words from one of the nations most well known speeches, by one of the nations most well known historical figures, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
With the observance of Martin Luther King Day on Monday, January 16th, St. Clair County Community College (SC4) will be hosting their 21st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration. The event will be held at the SC4 Fine Arts Theater from 6PM – 7:30PM.
The goal of the event is to celebrate the legacy of Dr. King, as well as to remind us of the importance of accepting individuals who are different from ourselves.An excellent event for students and those who may not be aware of the teachings of Dr. King to be a part of.
For more information, email: dei@sc4.edu or call (810) 989-5564.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
Age Gracefully By Staying Hydrated Says Study
To be young, healthy, and beautiful for as long as possible is the goal of many. A new study reveals a possible secret to making it a reality.
A study published in eBioMedicine involving 11, 225 adults over a 30 year period, has revealed that those who stay well-hydrated are typically healthier than those who do not. Researchers say that well hydrated individuals develop fewer chronic conditions, and tend to live longer as well.
The findings show that higher levels of serum sodium could most likely be the cause. Serum sodium levels go up when fluid intake decreases. To combat the aging process and the onset of chronic illness or disease, be mindful to drink water, as well as consuming fruits and vegetables with a high water content.
Recommended fluid intake for women is around 1.5 – 2.2 liters of fluids daily and 2 – 3 liters for men according to the National Academies of Medicine.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
Citizens’ Police Academy Educates Residents In Law Enforcement
Our local law enforcement authorities have a difficult job, protecting and serving the community. To give residents a glimpse of what it takes to be a law enforcement agent, the Port Huron Police Department is offering the community the Citizens’ Police Academy 2023.
The goal of the program is to educate and teach local residents about the many areas and aspects of law enforcement. The classes will be taught by PHPD officers and will cover topics such as, crash investigation, traffic stops, evidence, criminal law, arrests, and many more.
Classes will be held on Thursday nights from 6PM – 9PM, beginning March 16th – April 27th. The classes are free to those who wish to attend. Port Huron residents will be given priority, but those outside of the City of Port Huron are also encouraged to sign up. There is no cost or fee to attend. Registration deadline is February 23rd.
Meetings will be held at the Dr. Edward G. Acheson Applied Technology Center located at 323 Erie St, Port Huron, MI.
For more information, visit: porthuronpolice.org.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
SCCCMH Hosts Traveling Art Show
When people think of ways mental health is treated, most would think prescription drugs or other forms of conventional medicine. There are many ways to treat mental health, and many ways that those suffering with mental illness can express themselves.
Beginning January 6th – 27th, St. Clair County Community Mental Health (SCCCMH) will be hosting the Community Mental Health Association of Michigan’s Traveling Art Show. The goal of “Traveling Art Show VII” is to promote the recovery potential of art and to eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness.
Art work provided by individuals who access CMH services statewide, will be on display at the main office located at 3111 Electric Ave. in Port Huron. The art work will consist of photography, two dimensional art such as drawings and paintings, as well as other mediums.
For more information, contact Heather Hayes at: hhayes@scccmh.org/(810) 966-7875
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell