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Stay Healthy & Protect Against COVID this Holiday Season
Stay Healthy & Protect Against COVID this Holiday Season The holidays are here, and unfortunately, the coronavirus pandemic has caused our celebrations to look quite different, or be skipped completely. If you are considering visiting with friends or family, or...
Pediatric Cold & Flu Treatments
Pediatric Cold & Flu Treatments Cold and flu season is upon us, and if you have children, you may be wondering how you can be prepared in the event they get sick. We always want to make sure our children are happy and healthy, but when they aren’t feeling well,...
Dealing with Pandemic Stress in a Healthy Way
Dealing With Pandemic Stress in a Healthy Way Learning how to cope with everyday stress has always been important, but with the addition of the coronavirus pandemic, it can feel overwhelming. Adding together the sudden change in typical lifestyle, fear and anxiety of...
Latest News on the COVID-19 Vaccine
Latest News on the COVID-19 Vaccine As the COVID-19 pandemic continues into the holiday season, many are looking for the light at the end of the tunnel in the form of a vaccine. There’s been quite a bit of talk in the news about vaccine options projected to be...
Tips to Combat Seasonal Depression
Tips to Combat Seasonal Depression As the seasons change and the days grow shorter and colder, you may find yourself feeling depressed, experiencing lower energy, or no longer enjoying the activities you once did. Once warmer, sunnier days return, those feelings tend...
Differences Between COVID-19, Flu, & Allergies
Differences Between COVID-19, Flu, & Allergies The coronavirus pandemic continues throughout the United States, and as we enter the fall and winter seasons, we’ll also find ourselves dealing with seasonal allergies and influenza. Unfortunately, the symptoms of...
Flu Shots Still Important Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Flu Shots Still Important Amid COVID-19 Pandemic Flu season is upon us, and even though we are still dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, getting your annual flu shot is still essential. In fact, this year, the flu shot is more important than ever. Thanks to extra...
November 4th: Check Your Blood Pressure Day
November 4th: Check Your Blood Pressure Day The holidays are quickly approaching, and with that comes stress and anxiety for many people. Add in the extra concerns about COVID-19 and those at risk of developing high blood pressure, or individuals who already have it,...
Socially Distanced Halloween Activities
Socially Distanced Halloween Activities Halloween is almost here, and while the coronavirus pandemic may have altered or cancelled your family’s usual plans, it doesn’t mean you still can’t make it fun. Traditional trick-or-treating, attending trunk-or-treats, or...
Eat Better, Eat Together Month
Eat Better, Eat Together Month Family time is important in creating strong relationships between parents and children, as well as promote healthy eating habits. While the coronavirus pandemic has caused a slowdown in some aspects, it’s still easy to fall victim to the...
Get Scrubbing: Oct. 15 is Global Handwashing Day
Get Scrubbing: Oct. 15 is Global Handwashing Day We’ve more than likely all been told throughout our lives how important it is to wash our hands. Given the current COVID-19 pandemic, this hygienic practice is even more important, but are you taking handwashing as...
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month If the current global pandemic has taught us anything, it’s the importance of taking care of our health. While the focus has been on the coronavirus, we must not ignore other dangerous diseases, like breast cancer. This...