March 12, 2025
National Nutrition Month / teaching kitchen

Teaching Kitchen: Chana Masala

Welcome to CCI’s Teaching Kitchen. WIC Director, JoseLuis Diaz, shows us how to make a healthy Channa Masala.

March 3, 2025
immunizations / Infectious Diseases / Measles / vaccines

The Measles Outbreak, Why You Should Be Concerned 

Do you know if your loved ones are vaccinated? Now is the time to ensure everyone is updated on their vaccines.  If you’ve been watching…

February 10, 2025

Your Heart is in Your Hands

This American Heart Month, show your heart some love!  Now is the perfect time to think about how to prioritize your cardiovascular health for the…

Children receiving candy on Halloween
October 16, 2024
Halloween / Healthy Eating

Halloween Treats for Everyone

CCI’s Registered Dietician and WIC Nutrition Services Manager, Stephanie Zafiropoulos, shares some great recommendations for treats that are less sugary, nut-safe, and gluten-free.

Father comforting his son.
April 30, 2024
mental health / teens

Coping with the Stress of Recent News and Social Media

Amid headlines of violence, injustice, and economic uncertainty, there are ways families can help teens process current events in a health-affirming way.

A mother and her son shop for vegetables at the grocery store.
March 13, 2024
chronic disease / Nutrition

How to Reduce Your Risk of Chronic Disease

Never underestimate the power you have to prevent chronic disease. Follow these tips to reduce your risk of a diagnosis.

January 5, 2024
cervical cancer / HPV / pap test / sex education / STI

Let’s Talk About Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is easy to prevent and treatable. The most important things you can do to help prevent cervical cancer are to get vaccinated against HPV and get screened with a Pap test.

January 2, 2024

3 Challenges to Start the New Year

Here are 3 easy challenges for you and your family to start the New Year off right.

A digital recreation of the human brain
November 7, 2023
Alzheimer's disease / dementia / PACE / seniors

Everything You Need to Know About Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating condition that leads to many concerns and questions. An understanding can make things easier.

October 19, 2023
breast cancer / mammogram

Breast Cancer Early Detection Saves Lives

Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. While there are many risk factors for breast cancer, early detection can make treating it easier.

October 10, 2023
health insurance / medicaid / Medicare / open enrollment

Enroll in Affordable Health Insurance

Open enrollment gives individuals and families the chance to enroll in a health plan that supports their needs.

October 3, 2023
lead poisoning / lead prevention

Lead Poisoning Prevention

No safe blood lead level has been identified for children. Even low levels of lead in the blood can have lifelong health impacts.