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February is Heart Health Month — a time to raise awareness about heart disease and the many factors that influence cardiovascular health. According to the American Heart Association (AHA)’s 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update, cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. While medical advances have helped more people […]

For Vaya Health member April Dishman, earning her GED was about far more than finishing school. It was about reclaiming her future. After navigating years of personal challenges, healing, and rebuilding, she made the decision to return to her education – a decision supported by Vaya’s commitment to helping individuals access opportunities for growth and […]

January is National Radon Action Month, a time to highlight an often overlooked health risk and share simple steps North Carolinians can take to help protect their homes and families. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can build up indoors. Because it is colorless, odorless, and tasteless, many people are unaware it may […]