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How to Clean Silver Jewelry So It Shines

To make your silver rings, bracelets, and necklaces sparkle, here's how to clean silver jewelry the right way. Plus, how to store silver jewelry to prevent tarnish.

How to Avoid Dining at a Tourist Trap

How to Carry Concealed In a Purse (If You Must)

Many self-defense experts eschew off-body carry. But that's not always practical.

How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

10 Things Food Banks Need But Won't Ask For

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren't essentials, the staff doesn't publicly ask for them.

Is Fitness Club Sector Over-Crowded?

Gym operators, which have been filling up spaces left by failing retailers, might be over-extending themselves.

Why a health center?

Why a health center to get your healthcare? Why a health center as a place to work? We often get a lot of questions about what makes a health center

I Joined a Health Club, Now What?

Andrew Chaddick, CSCS, PES working with former Amarillo Dillas pitcher Ralph Roberts on the PowerPlate<br>You’ve joined a health club or gym to improve your health, pacify your doctor, get fit (or the women’s version “get toned”), or become more attractive. Maybe you want to increase your self-confidence, find a runner’s high, or maybe you just like having some time for yourself away from your kids, your spouse, or your job. Whatever your reason for joining, you might as well make the most…

Is Facebook Advertising Right For Your Health Club?

Paid Facebook advertising for health clubs and fitness businesses offers an affordable, more engaging and better-targeted alternative to Google Adwords pay

Customer Service in Fitness Industry Measured by Health Club Amenities

It is imperative for health and fitness centers to maintain a superior level of customer service, because the gym is where people go to relieve stress: it should never be a source of added worry. Of course, as a health... Read More

Can Your Health Club Brand Thrive in the ‘Glass Box’?

Here’s how your health club can ride the wave of meaningful technology.

Teaching Health Centers: when there’s nowhere else to go

Contacting your representative in support of Teaching Health Centers is a crucial step in developing the primary care we need, both now and going forward.

Have We Made Health Club Customer Service Too Frictionless?

Technology needs to complement the personal touch, not replace it. A great health club member experience requires a balanced approach.

Find a Health Center

If you need affordable health care, a Community Health Center may be what you’re looking for. Community Health Centers — also known as Federally Qualified Health Centers, or FQHCs — provide care regardless of your insurance status or ability to pay. There are more than 1,400 health center organizations with more than 9,800 locations in urban, suburban and rural communities across the country. They can … Continue reading Find a Health Center »

Finding Success as a Small-market Health Club

Everyone should have access to a health club. But some areas of the country in small and medium-sized markets are underserved with limited options in choice of…

Allergies Health Center Guide

Learn the specifics of common allergic conditions (hay fever, allergic eyes, and hives), how they develop, and find in-depth allergy information including treatments, triggers, and prevention.

Survey: Companies Recognize the Benefits of On-Site Health Centers

A new survey found that employers are aware of the benefits of health centers and many are working to make them a reality for employees.

3 Tips for Finding the Right Personal Trainer Classes

If you have a love of fitness and want to inspire others to do the same, personal training classes might be right for you. At Astoria, NY’s Synergy Fitness Clubs, all of