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Managing Mental Health While Working From Home

Our lives have undoubtedly changed since the start of the pandemic over a year ago. Many of us had to overcome the effects of contracting COVID-19 or cope emotionally because a loved one suffered from it. Additionally, many of us who retained employment had to turn our homes into offices…

Should You Get The COVID-19 Vaccine?

With all of the updates about the coronavirus you may be wondering when, where—or even if—you should get the COVID-19 vaccine. In this post we’ll discuss the different types of vaccines and the benefits of getting any of them. We’ll also cover safety concerns, availability and where to make your…

Diabetes Management & Tips

When you’re diagnosed with diabetes, the information you receive can be overwhelming, and you may not know where to start. In this post, we’re going to: break down the importance of a diabetes self-management plan discuss how to monitor and control blood sugar levels suggest lifestyle modifications you may want…

What is Lupus?

A long-term autoimmune disease, Lupus attacks healthy tissue in the body due to an over-active immune system response. In this post, we’ll discuss what causes Lupus, the different types of Lupus, who is at the most risk for getting the disease, how to recognize signs and symptoms…

How to Prevent Osteoporosis

As we get older we hear about ailments and diseases that we become more susceptible to, and one of the most commonly discussed is osteoporosis. In this post, we’ll examine what osteoporosis is, how to prevent osteoporosis, how to prevent bone loss and where to get help if you believe…

The Best Foods for Joint Health

For those who suffer from arthritis or other diseases that cause inflammation, relief is often found in medicines or physical therapy exercises. However, one of the most simple ways to manage pain and symptoms is to modify their diet to specifically include foods for joint health. In this post, we’ll…

The Importance of an Annual Physical

When you’re feeling well, visiting a doctor isn’t something you usually think about, but it can be very beneficial. Annual physical exams were once a regular practice for most adults, but over time they have become less common, sometimes to the detriment of our health. In this post, we’ll discuss…

COVID-19 Symptoms in Children

Originally published February 2021 Though vaccine distribution has begun for certain high-risk groups across our state, the threat of COVID-19 remains real. Because infants and children aren’t yet approved to receive a vaccine, it’s important to be vigilant to keep them safe in the meantime. Children and their families should…

January is Birth Defects Prevention Month

One of the most devastating things that new parents can face in their newborn child are birth defects, which occurs in 1 out of every 33 babies. Because January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month, we’ll dedicate this post to informing you about the causes and impacts…