Healthy Chesapeake

02/04/2026

Being sedentary for a prolonged period of time can be bad for your health. Whether you find yourself regularly sitting at a desk, behind a steering wheel or in front of a screen, take time out of your workday (or day off) to get moving. Stretch away your aches and pains, even at the office. Visit https://chesapeakeregional.com/index.php/blog/stretch-away-your-aches-and-pains-even-office for more information.

01/30/2026

Register for the next Parent Cafe: a supportive gathering for parents to talk, listen, and learn in a relaxed welcoming space. Join this amazing group to feel heard, valued, and empowered as a parent!

01/27/2026

Registration is open for the 2026 Green Thumb Gardening Series!!! See the attached flyer for the session topics! We look forward to seeing you again this year!

To register, scan the QR code or visit:
https://www.vbmg.org/store/p736/Green_Thumb_Series.html

01/25/2026

Sugar-sweetened sodas, coffees & teas are some of the biggest sources of added sugars & excess calories in the American diet. Zero-calorie fluids can help you to stay hydrated. This can help decrease your risk of certain diseases, such as Type 2 diabetes. Proper hydration can also help to lubricate joints, improve digestion, & assists the kidneys and liver in removing harmful substances. Read more at https://chesapeakeregional.com/blog/infused-water-recipes-improve-your-health-surprising-ways

01/22/2026

Keep your hands clean by washing them with soap for 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. to prevent spreading germs.

01/21/2026

01/19/2026

"Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'" - Martin Luther King, Jr.

Let us take today to honor Dr. King and ask ourselves what we can do for others.

01/17/2026

Every two seconds, someone in America needs a blood transfusion. This National Blood Donor
Month, let's come together and support all those who rely on blood transfusions by generously
giving and spreading awareness about the vital need for donors.

01/14/2026

Nothing drives away those chilly winter blues like a hot, nutritious bowl of soup. January is National Soup Month and is a great time to try bowls of warm, delicious goodness. This meal-in-a-bowl can include multiple food groups that are filling and can be an easy clean up with a one-pot recipe. Visit https://recipes.heart.org/en/collections/courses/soups for healthy recipes from !

01/11/2026

It’s , a day that serves as a reminder to express our gratitude to those who have made our lives better. We often forget to say, “Thank you,” because we take it for granted or we assume that others know how we feel.

So, thank you, to each and every one of you, for what you bring to Healthy Chesapeake, to your community, to your loved ones, and to the world!

Who can you thank today?

01/09/2026

Today is National Law Enforcement Day and a great time to thank and . We appreciate your difficult work, the sacrifices, and the risks you take to protect our community.

01/06/2026

It's National Bean Day!! Beans are the staple food in many cultures because they are packed with the nourishment of proteins and complex carbohydrates. Try a few different types of beans or add some different ingredients to give your baked beans recipe a unique flavor or put on a pot of chili with no meat! Don't want to cook? Create a mosaic that includes a variety of seeds and different sizes and colors of beans. Your kids will love it!