Avoiding Holiday Stressors: Tips for a Stress-Free Season
DEC. 03, 2018 By Jessica Maharaj The “most wonderful time of the year” can quickly turn into the most stressful time of the year for many. When compounded by a mental illness, common holiday pressures can create a perfect storm of exacerbated stressors, symptoms and setbacks if not proactively addressed. The reality is that potential […]
5 Healthy Eating Tips for the Holidays
Savor a serving of the foods you really love. Español (Spanish) | Print Here’s your recipe for staying on track no matter what’s cooking. ‘Tis the season for family, festivity, and food—lots of food. Temptations are everywhere, and parties and travel disrupt daily routines. What’s more, it all goes on for weeks. How do you stick […]
Tips for Holiday Travel
December 8, 2022 by Blog Administrator Holiday travel often includes visiting loved ones or taking a vacation. Whether you’re seeking a winter wonderland or an escape from subzero temperatures, follow these travel tips to stay healthy and safe during the holiday travel season. Before Your Trip No matter where you plan to travel, check CDC’s […]
What is Cholesterol?
Cholesterol 101: An introduction If you’re reading this, you probably care about your health and the role cholesterol can play. That’s an important first step. So, what is cholesterol? What does it do? Cholesterol is a waxy substance. It’s not inherently “bad.” Your body needs it to build cells and make vitamins and other hormones. […]
Heart Attack, Stroke and Cardiac Arrest Symptoms
If these warning signs are present CALL 911 Heart Attack Symptoms CHEST DISCOMFORT Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain. DISCOMFORT IN OTHER AREAS OF THE UPPER […]
Heart Arrhythmia
Overview A heart arrhythmia (uh-RITH-me-uh) is an irregular heartbeat. A heart arrhythmia occurs when the electrical signals that tell the heart to beat don’t work properly. The heart may beat too fast or too slow. Or the pattern of the heartbeat may be inconsistent. A heart arrhythmia may feel like a fluttering, pounding or racing […]
Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room: Key Differences
Urgent care centers and emergency rooms are both important parts of the healthcare system, but they serve different purposes. Urgent care centers are designed to treat non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries, such as colds, flu, sprains, and minor cuts. Emergency rooms are designed to treat life-threatening illnesses and injuries, such as heart attacks, strokes, and broken […]
Water and Healthier Drinks
Print Benefits of Drinking Water On This Page Benefits of Drinking Water Tips to Drink More Water Healthier Drink Options Other Beverages Getting enough water every day is important for your health. Drinking water can prevent dehydration, a condition that can cause unclear thinking, result in mood change, cause your body to overheat, and lead […]
3 Ways to Improve Your Food Label Literacy
February 23, 2022 by Blog Administrator Canned goods are an emergency preparedness staple. And for good reason. They are reasonably affordable, require little to no preparation, and have a long shelf life. These characteristics make them a good choice for your emergency food supply. As often as people buy and cook with canned goods, they […]
7 Ways to Manage Your Stress
June 5, 2018 – Lynn Bufka Stress occurs when you feel like the demands placed on you — such as work, school, or relationships — exceed your ability to cope. It can be a reaction to a short-lived situation, such as being stuck in traffic or late for an appointment, or it can last a […]