by Madee Melton | Nov 9, 2026 | Healthy Living
Between family dinners, holiday gatherings and eating out with friends, food is often at the center of fall activities in Gastonia. But nothing puts a damper on a good meal quite like an unexpected bout of food poisoning. Foodborne illness can happen when food is...
by Madee Melton | Oct 26, 2026 | Healthy Living
As fall settles into Gastonia, families spend more time indoors, kids head to school and seasonal respiratory illnesses become more common. A runny nose or scratchy throat might seem like an ordinary cold at first, but sometimes those symptoms are the beginning of...
by Madee Melton | Oct 8, 2026 | Healthy Living
Halloween is one of those nights kids look forward to all year. Between picking out costumes, visiting neighbors around Gastonia and coming home with a bucket full of candy, there’s plenty to be excited about. But with busy streets, dark sidewalks, costumes that can...
by Madee Melton | Sep 28, 2026 | Healthy Living
Fall in Gastonia brings cooler temperatures, football games, changing leaves and plenty of time outdoors. But for many people, it also brings something less enjoyable: ragweed season. If your seasonal allergies seem especially intense this time of year, you’re not...
by Madee Melton | Sep 10, 2026 | Healthy Living
Fall sports season is back, which means busy fields, packed practice schedules, and plenty of athletes giving it their all. From football and soccer to volleyball, cheerleading, and cross-country, staying active is a great part of the season but injuries can happen in...
by Madee Melton | Aug 26, 2026 | Healthy Living
Summer heat in Gastonia can turn an ordinary day outdoors into a serious test for your body. Whether you’re working in the yard, walking through a local park, watching a summer game, or simply spending time outside with family, staying hydrated becomes...
by Madee Melton | Aug 10, 2026 | Healthy Living
As summer winds down and back-to-school season ramps up, calendars seem to fill up overnight. Between shopping for school supplies, attending team practices, and getting everyone back into a routine, it’s easy to realize at the last minute that a school or...
by Madee Melton | Jul 27, 2026 | Healthy Living
Nothing beats spending a sunny day outdoors in Gastonia. Whether you’re relaxing by the pool, enjoying a local park, tackling yard work, or cheering on your favorite team, it’s easy to spend more time in the sun than you planned. While a mild sunburn is a...
by Madee Melton | Jul 9, 2026 | Healthy Living
Summer in Gastonia is made for pool days, afternoons at the lake, and backyard water fun with family and friends. While spending time in the water is one of the best ways to beat the North Carolina heat, it can sometimes lead to an uncomfortable condition known...
by Madee Melton | Jun 25, 2026 | Healthy Living
Summer in Gastonia means backyard barbecues, family gatherings, and festive fireworks displays. Whether you’re celebrating with friends, attending a local event, or enjoying fireworks from your own backyard, it’s important to remember that even small...
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