Issue date: December 19, 2007
Beat Holiday Stress this Season [Lighten up!]
Studies have shown that stress can lead to everything from cancer to heart attack and stroke. During the holidays, stress can manifest itself in other ways: depression, moodiness and even illness, such as frequent colds, fatigue and feeling chronically “run down.” While it is difficult banish stress completely at this hectic time of year, there are ways to manage the stressful and frenzied holiday season so that you don’t wind up making yourself sick.  More...

Issue date: March 15, 2007
HNF Fashion Series, Part 3: Shoes! [Lighten up!]
Finding shoes is hard for most people - it is even harder if you have CMT!  Our President, Allison is committed to finding attractive, functional shoes and letting you know about them.  We have been searching for shoes that could be worn with braces, in the hopes that some of them will work for you.  We can't offer any guarantees, but we hope that you are successful in your shoe-shopping.  Happy Hunting!
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Issue date: February 21 2007
HNF Fashion Series, Part 2: Pants! [Lighten up!]
Here at HNF, we know how hard it is to find pants and, if you are wearing braces, the search can just get tougher - especially with the current trend of skinny, short pants.  But we have good news -wider leg pants are making a comeback this spring! Oh, joy!  To celebrate this, we have found several possibilities for you to check out.  More...

Issue date: February 14 2007
HNF Fashion Series, Part 1: Skirts! [Lighten up!]
If you are a woman with CMT, you know how hard it is to find clothes.  Here at HNF, we want to help, so we have put together a series on fashion.  This week, we have located long skirts in all styles for all occasions.  That way, you can fight CMT and look good doing it!  Enjoy!  More...

Issue date: May 2006
How smart is your right foot? [Lighten up!]
A brain-body teaser to try at home More...

Issue date: Dec 05
Yours Truly [Lighten up!]
The ending of the calendar year always sparks a time of reflection. It's a good time to consider asking yourself a series of questions in order to set the groundwork for new beginnings to take forward into the New Year.  More...

Issue date: Aug 05
United we DON'T stand [Lighten up!]

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Yes we constantly ask for volunteers; the response is a sad one. NO we don’t need any furniture moved. Is the apathy because the request is not specific enough? Could be… Therefore, please let me spell it out for your consideration.  More...

Issue date: July 2005
TOO Hot! [Lighten up!]
Prolonged exposure to direct sun and high humidity is a dangerous combination. People with CMT may be more sensitive to leg cramps which can be a sign of dehydration. This is not something to ignore as it can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke.  More...