Looking to get out and enjoy the sunshine and do something healthy?  

Deaconess and WIKY/HOT96 have partnered again this year for the Healthier U walks and you are invited to attend their next walk.  It'll be this Saturday, May 18 at the Vanderburgh County 4-H Center. Be ready to walk at 9 a.m.

Grab your friend, your mom, your stroller, or the leash and make plans to join the group at area parks as theywalk their way toward better health.

The Resource Center at Deaconess Hospital will host a non-invasive ultrasound bone density screening on Tuesday, February 19 from noon – 4:00 p.m. Testing is performed to determine the bone mineral density in your heel and risk for osteoporosis.

If your bone density is lower than normal, you can take steps to increase your bone strength and reduce your chances of having a fracture. Some ways to increase bone density and strength include combining calcium and vitamin D supplements with weight-bearing exercise (such as walking), weight training (such as lifting weights or using weight machines), and using certain medications to help increase bone density.