February is Black History Month, National Heart Month and Meeting with Builders.
Only a month removed from making new year’s resolutions, it’s time to take note an important health celebration that coincides with roses and chocolate candy. February is also a time to reflect on the important contributions of Black Americans over the centuries. There is great information below on these celebrations and some important information if you’re thinking about a building project in the Charleston, S.C. area.
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National Heart Month brings attention to one of the country’s biggest health crises. Heart disease is the number one killer of men and woman in the U.S. However, there is some good news. That good news is you can make a change and live a healthier and longer life. Below are a list of recommendations from the American Heart Association that will help.
Wisdom for the Heart
- Be smoke-free. Click on this link to learn how to quit smoking.
- Manage your blood cholesterol. Click here to learn how to manage you cholesterol.
- Manage your blood pressure. This link to the Mayo Clinic can help with blood pressure issues.
- Manage diabetes, and get tested for it if not diagnosed with it. Read more here about this disease that impacts 10 percent of the country.
- Be physically active. Try these six low-impact cardio exercises.
- Achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Get moving and then click here for tips to control your appetite.
- Enjoy a variety of nutritious foods. Click here for 20 foods that can save your heart.
February is Black History Month
The origins of celebrating the accomplishments of Black Americans starts in 1915. But it wasn’t until 1976 that government leaders brought national recognition to annually celebrating pioneers like boxer Jack Johnson, activist Rosa Parks, Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, Scientist George Washington Carver and so many more.
Charleston is a wonderful city with incredible sites connected to early beginnings of many African American families in the U.S. McLeod Plantation Historical Site, Aiken-Rhett House, Charleston City Market and many others. Here is a link to a list of other sites around the Holy City. Click here for local events to commemorate the month-long celebration.
Click on the History.com article to learn more about Black History Month.
Contact B. Chaney for Your 2024 Building Project
Brad Chaney, owner of B. Chaney Improvements, has more than two decades of building expertise. He and his crew of building professionals build custom homes, complete major renovations and build major additions onto existing homes. They work throughout the greater Charleston, SC area.
Contact B. Chaney Improvements through this website or email the office staff at bchaneyimprovements@gmail.com to talk about your 2024 building project. You can also call the Awendaw-area office at 843.388.4334.