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As the days get warmer, people begin heading to Virginia’s local beaches, lakes, streams and nearby swimming pools and water parks to cool off. The Virginia Department of Health reminds everyone to avoid illness and injury while enjoying the water.

This scenic half marathon and 5K in Virginia is for an amazing cause… the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. What isn’t to love? Run through the rolling hills of Prince William Forest Park while benefiting LLS. Enjoy the paved roads of the park for the half-marathon or try the smooth gravel roads for the 5K through the woods. No matter your running ability, remember, it’s benefiting one of the greatest charities!!!

Approximately 48 million Americans experience some form of hearing loss, yet only 13 percent of doctors screen for it. Unlike wearing eyeglasses to treat vision impairments, most people ignore signs and symptoms of hearing loss and are reluctant to seek help, despite the positive effect it may have on their lives. During May’s “Better Hearing Month,” every Sonus® Hearing Care Center in the Washington, DC area will offer complimentary hearing screenings in an effort to increase the quality of life for those who have hearing loss and reduce the stigma associated it.

Governor Bob McDonnell has made the fight against Lyme disease a priority in his efforts to protect the health of Virginia citizens. To further that effort, the governor is recognizing May as Lyme Disease Awareness Month and will light the Executive Mansion lime green Thursday, May 16 to commemorate the observance.

Mother’s Day is May 12, a day when one of the best gifts adult children can give their aging mother is simply checking to see if she’s safe and secure in her own home. The experts at SYNERGY HomeCare of Arlington and Alexandria are pleased to offer tips on how to monitor an older mother’s health and well-being.

This awesome race will be held inside of Gold’s Gym located in Fredericksburg, VA. The indoor triathlon will consist of your three basic parts: swimming, biking, and running. Athletes will begin in groups of sixes into the pool. Swimmers will complete as many laps as they can in ten minutes at their own pace.

Join the fun at the 2nd Annual Alexandria Family Fun Day and 5K on Sunday, May 19, at Cameron Run Regional Park (4001 Eisenhower Avenue). There will be ribbons for kids, random prizes, food, vendors and activities. Additionally, 100% of the race proceeds will be donated to Alexandria charities.

Love triathlons, but hate the swim? Well, tri this race. We’ve taken everybody’s least favorite part of the race, and added a new challenge: kayaking. Athletes now kayak out to the Route 123 bridge and back instead of swimming. If you want to compete with a friend, try using a canoe.

Half of U.S. adults consider gas prices to be “too high” when it reaches $3.44 per gallon, indicating a potential breaking point on gas prices, according to a new consumer price index developed by AAA. Roughly two-thirds of Americans (62 percent) are offsetting high gas prices by changing their driving habits or lifestyle.

Hug it out at the 1st annual Treehugger 5K encouraging healthy lifestyles and a healthy environment. This fast, fun and green event provides a great opportunity for you and your family to enjoy our earth’s natural environment.