Spring is finally in the air! Warmer weather, pleasant breezes and beautiful blooms entice us to once again enjoy the outdoors. But pesky seasonal allergies can quickly put an end to our enjoyment. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, over 50 million Americans suffer with allergies each year and allergies are the 6th leading […]
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Be mindful of your health during the “madness” this season with these 3 healthy tips:
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Occupational medicine programs are one of the most effective ways to maintain healthy and happy employees for businesses both large and small. Not only does it keep your employees healthy, but it works to protect you from employee shortages and potential workers compensation claims from sick or injured employees. While occupational medicine could be a
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Through social media, television and in magazines, we constantly hear about the importance of physical activity for keeping our bodies fit and healthy. However, we don’t often hear about how important it is to keep our brain fit. According to Be Brain Fit, performing brain exercises regularly can increase memory, focus and concentration. It can also
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March is National Nutrition Month! Created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nutrition Month is a campaign focused on educating the public about the important role of healthful eating and exercise to control weight and prevent disease. Here are a few ways you can take part in National Nutrition Month and incorporate healthier choices into
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Each year, the American Public Health Association dedicates the first week of April to “National Public Health Week” (NPHW). The purpose of this week is to reiterate the fact that everyone deserves to live a long and healthy life in a safe environment. To make that possible, we need to address the causes of poor health and
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Steroids, (short for corticosteroids), are very commonly used to treat inflammation in the body. Steroids are prescribed for a variety of illnesses including asthma, acute illnesses such as strep throat and for joint problems including arthritis. In general, steroids decrease the body’s immune responses which in turn, work to decrease inflammation. Steroids can be taken
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Learn a few ways you can prevent cancer in your daily routine. Take a step to prevent cancer today.
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We’ve all heard of being lovesick – not being able to eat or sleep because of a new infatuation. But did you know that there are health benefits of being in love? Happiness According to Harvard Medical School, when you fall in love, dopamine, the chemical in your brain that makes you “feel good”, is very
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February is American Heart Month! Take this month to educate yourself and your family about the risks of heart disease, and how to prevent it. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S., and it doesn’t just affect older adults. Recently, younger adults have been diagnosed with heart
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