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• 🧠 Trivia Challenge: Spotlight Hook
• 💪 Wellness Tip: The Connection Between Stress, Sleep, and Physical Health
• ⚠️ Health Alert: Colon Cancer Is the Leading Cancer Killer of Adults Under 50
• 😄 Meme of the Day – Just for laughs
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• 📅 Events: Upcoming Events (Top Picks)
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CARY SPOTLIGHT: HEALTH & WELLNESS EDITION
These articles are for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Contact a qualified medical professional before engaging in any physical activity, or making any changes to your diet, medication or lifestyle.
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The Connection Between Stress, Sleep, and Physical Health
Stress and sleep are closely connected and influence nearly every system in the body. Ongoing stress can disrupt sleep, and poor sleep can make stress harder to manage. This cycle affects energy, focus, mood, and physical comfort.
Supporting this connection does not require drastic changes. Small daily practices that calm the nervous system can improve sleep quality and support recovery. What happens during the day matters just as much as bedtime routines.
Actionable Tips:
Maintain consistent sleep and wake times
Create a calming wind down routine
Limit screen use close to bedtime
Use short daytime resets like breathing or gentle movement
Try This This Week:
Create a five minute wind down routine before bed using low lights, gentle stretching, or slow breathing.
Wellness Takeaway:
Managing stress during the day plays a major role in sleep quality.
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Colon Cancer Is Now the Leading Cancer Killer of Adults Under 50
Colorectal cancer has become the deadliest cancer for Americans under 50, surpassing breast, lung, brain, and blood cancers. While overall cancer deaths in young adults have declined over the past three decades, colorectal cancer mortality has steadily increased since the mid 2000s.
Data show that many younger adults are diagnosed at advanced stages, when the disease has already spread. Screening is recommended beginning at age 45 for average risk individuals, yet participation remains low. Adults under 45 are typically not screened unless they have known risk factors. Medical experts say delays in diagnosis are common.
Warning Signs to Watch
Common symptoms of colorectal cancer include:
Blood in the stool or rectal bleeding
Persistent abdominal pain or cramping
Unexplained changes in bowel habits lasting more than a few days
Ongoing fatigue or weakness
Unintended weight loss
A lingering sensation of needing a bowel movement
These symptoms do not always indicate cancer, but they should not be ignored, particularly if they persist.
Important Steps to Take
Begin regular colorectal cancer screening at age 45 if you are at average risk
Seek medical evaluation for persistent digestive symptoms, regardless of age
Ask follow up questions if symptoms are dismissed and do not improve
Learn your family history and share it with your doctor
Do not delay care because you believe you are too young to be at risk
Researchers continue to investigate why colorectal cancer is increasing in younger generations. In the meantime, awareness, screening, and early evaluation remain the most effective tools.
Did you know colon cancer is on the rise among adults under 50?
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🎟️ Upcoming Events (Top Picks)
Outdoor events may be changed due to weather, so click the links to see latest event information. Here are a few ideas for the week, so plan ahead:
• Wednesday: Creating Yarn Wall Hanging 6:30PM-8:30PM
• Wednesday: Tai Chi: Downtown Cary Park 6:30PM-7:30PM
• Thursday: Art Cart 12PM-3PM
• Thursday: Zumba 6PM-7PM
• Friday: Pressed Floral Frames 6PM-7PM
• Friday: Cary Town Band presents Legends and Landscapes 7:30PM-9PM
But wait! There’s more. To save space in your inbox, we’ve moved the full list of events online — now you can plan ahead: See Full 2-Week Calendar
The Answer to the Cary Spotlight Hook Trivia Question 👇👇👇
A: The stonefish
The stonefish (genus Synanceia) is recognized as the world's most venomous fish, possessing 13 sharp dorsal spines that inject potent, potentially lethal, and extremely painful venom. Found in the shallow waters of the Indo-Pacific, they use incredible camouflage to mimic rocks, leading to accidental, often fatal, stings when stepped on.
For more information, visit: How Toxic is the Stonefish?