Healthy Franklin County Blog

For the 18th consecutive summer, WellSpan and local libraries across central Pennsylvania are launching an interactive, outdoor scavenger...

Mental health is finally getting the attention it deserves in public conversations, helping break down stigma and encouraging open...

Healthy Franklin County is proud to present a free community screening of the documentary Common Ground  on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from...

Healthy Franklin County is promoting the Everybody   Walk   Across  Pennsylvania, a free, virtual, 8-week walk ing challenge this  ...

Be on the lookout for purple lights and ribbons on display throughout Franklin County in town centers, storefronts and porches during...

Have you taken time to check in on yourself lately? Many of us are so busy that we forget to stop and evaluate how we’re feeling, both...

Whether it’s meeting an important deadline for work, trying to get your kids to bed, or finishing the grocery list for the week, stress...

As a society, we’re typically told that we should eat better to keep our bodies healthy. That we should stay at a healthy weight. This...

When is the last time you thought about your heart health? Many of us can forget how important our heart is and how serious the...

Another year gone, another year to start fresh on a healthier you! If you’re looking to make changes to your lifestyle, whether big or...

It’s official-the holiday season is upon us! Which means you’re likely hearing Mariah Carey everywhere, 24/7. Whether you prefer to hear...

Like it or not, November is already here! Which means leftover Halloween candy and deliciously dangerous holiday foods. While the...

When is the last time you got a good night’s sleep? Have you noticed that you’re feeling run down or in a bad mood lately? Odds are it...

Be on the look out for purple lights and ribbons on display throughout Franklin County in town centers, storefronts and porches during...

When is the last time you took time for yourself? Has it been a while? Take 30 seconds now to close your eyes and just breathe. Your...

Did you know that 4 in 5 employees report that workplace stress affects their relationships with friends, family and coworkers? Now more...

Submitted by Jay Eury, Extension Educator, Energy, Business & Community Vitality Team with Penn State Cooperative Extension What’s a tool...

Looking to get outdoors more this summer? The GO! (Get Outdoors) Franklin County Program can help get you moving with local trails to...

Did you know that regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health? Being active benefits...

As an employer, you can help improve the health of your employees and create healthier communities by promoting physical activity in your...