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It’s important to stay current with what’s happening with your health and the health of Northern New York. For the most recent updates on drug and food recalls, healthy living tips and other health issues stay current with Holly Boname at MyABC50.com!

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	2012 Heart Walk: Taking the steps to improving heart health and awareness 4.16.2012 The family-friendly celebration will honor survivors and inspire participants to make the necessary life changes in their daily behaviors to reduce the risk of heart disease.
	Food filled Backpack program introduced at Starbuck Elementary 4.13.2012 The backpack program costs approximately $2,400 a week to supply those 117 students with a full backpack of non-perishable healthy food items. Play The Video
	New York State Parks create smoke free policy with fresh-air zones 4.10.2012 Smokers will now have to use their tobacco products in designated areas in New York State Parks, recreation and historic preservation sites.
	Clayton residents growing a healthy venture by creating the ‘Clayton Co-op’ 4.6.2012 The Clayton Co-op will be located in the Winged Bull Studio on James Street in downtown Clayton, and will provide a healthy alternative to buying local produce throughout the entire year. Play The Video