Wellness

February is American Heart Month: Tips to Be Heart Healthy

February is American Heart Month, and with recently published research indicating blood pressure control has worsened in both men and woman since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to

Increasing Healthcare Access: Novant Health Brings Virtual Care to the Y

In a transformative move aimed at enhancing healthcare access and promoting health equity, the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina and its partner, Novant Health, have introduced a leading-edge virtual c

Know Your Risk: November Is National Diabetes Awareness Month

North Carolina YMCAs Offer Program to Help Prevent Diabetes [Raleigh, N.C., October 31, 2022]–November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and a time for all North Carolina residents to assess the

Virtual Y Launches as an Added Benefit for Y Members

The Y is now available for members anytime and anywhere! Virtual YMCA is now accessible through the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina’s website and mobile app.  Members can now have exclusive a

'Decide you want it and you will be happier in the end!'

Stokes Family YMCA Member Sharon Taylor fell in love with the Y and wants to be an inspiration to others. Sharon said, “It is a mindset. Decide you want it!” She has been a member since May 2017 and c