Ayurveda is an ancient Indian approach to holistic healing emphasizing healthy living through: diet, lifestyle, yoga, breathing exercises, herbs, and cleansing. In recent years, nearly 40% of American adults report using some form of complementary...... Read More »
The United Nations General Assembly recently declared June 21 as “International Yoga Day” at the request of Narendra Modi, the current Prime Minister of India. Modern medicine has just recently recognized yoga as a form of mind-body fitness...... Read More »
BAPS Charities Walk in Raleigh, NC took place on April 11, 2015. In total, over 412 participants enthusiastically walked a combined 5 miles in support of the event which also benefited the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. ... Read More »
An estimated 46 million people in the United States have arthritis or other rheumatic conditions. By the year 2020, this number is expected to reach 60 million. Rheumatic diseases are a more frequent cause of...... Read More »
Over 40 participants took advantage of enrollment services provided at the Affordable Care Act – Awareness & Enrollment Drive in Raleigh, NC which took place on February 8th, 2015... Read More »
BAPS Charities Blood Donation Drive organized in Raleigh, NC on December 14th, 2014 helped collect 36 pints of blood.... Read More »
Influenza (“flu”) ia a contagious disease, caused by the influenza virus., which can be spread by coughing, sneezing, or nasal secretions. On average, 226,000 people are hospitalized every year because of influenza and 36,000 die...... Read More »
Elderly members of the community have limited regenerative abilities and are more prone to disease, syndromes, and sickness. In order to promote prevention and bring about awareness about the health and well-being of older adults, BAPS Charities hosted...... Read More »
Regular physical activity helps improve overall health and fitness, and reduces risk of many chronic diseases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends about 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity every week and...... Read More »
In Western populations, Acidity and Reflux disease affects approximately 20% of the population and 0.4% newly develop the condition. In order to bring about awareness on this topic, BAPS Charities hosted a health lecture on March 2,...... Read More »
