Health & Wellness Newsletter

Farmers’ Market Grocery Guide

When it comes to grocery shopping, many consumers’ habits are changing, which is why farmers’ markets have seen a recent revival all around the country. Whether you live in a small town or a big city, it is likely that there is a farmers’ market in your area, and it may be one of the […]

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By Kat Smith June 15, 2016

Health & Wellness

The Millennial’s Guide to Healthcare

Millennials are changing the world around them, and in the realm of healthcare, the impact of this generation is not entirely positive...

By Kat Smith December 23, 2015

Fitness Health & Wellness

A Practical Workout Guide for Your Dad

In honor of Men's Health Month, encourage all the important men in your life to get active this summer with these helpful tips for exercising amidst midlife changes.

By Kat Smith June 18, 2015

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Important Questions You Should Be Asking Your Doctor

Here are some of the most essential questions you should bring up during any doctor visit to ensure that you are getting the most value for your visit.

By Kat Smith March 17, 2015

Telemedicine

So you’ve chosen telemedicine – now what?

So you’ve decided to see a doctor online, but you have a few questions before your consultation begins. Here, we answer some of the most common questions...

By Jessie Koljonen August 5, 2014

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Health Brief: Managing Holiday Stress

Your schedule may be busy, you can still keep your cool and eliminate worry from your holiday season by following a few stress-fighting strategies

By Kat Smith December 16, 2013

Health & Wellness

How to Ease Cold Symptoms at Home

Cold and flu season is here, so you might get your home ready with some simple cold remedies that can relieve your symptoms and get you on the road to rapid recovery. Over-the-counter medication can provide some relief, but many people prefer holistic healing strategies to clear congestion and ease a sore throat. Here are […]

By Kat Smith December 12, 2013

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Health Brief: 4 Flu Prevention Misconceptions

When it comes to flu prevention, many of us believe in old wives’ tales and health myths. What we believe to be flu prevention tactics may not prevent flu at all, and some of these ideas may actually be harmful to our health!

By Kat Smith November 15, 2013

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Foods that Promote Healthy Eyes

You may have heard that carrots are good for your eyes, but there is actually a plethora of foods you should be eating to keep your peepers in tip-top shape.

By Kat Smith September 16, 2013

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Health Brief: Eye Symptoms that Can Indicate Serious Problems

If eyes are not cared for properly, you may experience vision loss. Here are five key signs of eye problems, that could require emergency medical attention.

By Kat Smith September 16, 2013

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Health Brief: What to Do When You Get Sick on Vacation

After planning a vacation and finally arriving at your destination, getting sick may sound like a nightmare. Still, there is the possibility that you might fall ill during your travels, so you should stay prepared by knowing what to do when you feel the unpleasant symptoms of an oncoming illness.

By Kat Smith July 11, 2013

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Tips for Food Safety and Storage

It’s no secret that a balanced diet with plenty of meals prepared at home will improve your family’s health. Yet without the right handling and storage techniques, even nutrient-packed super foods can be dangerous to your health. By using these helpful guidelines for food safety, you can feel confident that the food you put on […]

By Kat Smith May 14, 2013

Health & Wellness Newsletter

5 Tips for Surviving Allergy Season

From pollen to dust - a lot of things in the air that can kick allergies into overdrive. You may not be able to avoid all allergens, but you can limit their effect with these tips.

By Kat Smith April 12, 2013

Health & Wellness Newsletter

How to Age Well

Don’t dread getting older! Several studies have shown that older people tend to be happier and view life more positively. Part of healthy aging is learning to adapt to change while staying involved in your community, exploring new hobbies and staying active. In the words of Mark Twain, “age is an issue of mind over […]

By Kat Smith September 14, 2012

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Health Brief: Travel Health Tips

For those of us fortunate enough to spend time on vacation this season with family and friends, we have to remember not to take a vacation from our health. No matter if you are going abroad or staying in your own backyard, certain precautions need to be made to keep yourself out of harm’s way.

By Kat Smith July 10, 2012

Newsletter

Health Brief: Almost Alcoholics

For years there have been standards for alcoholism, but studies at Harvard Medical School are presenting a new list of symptoms that correlate to drinkers who are considered ‘almost alcoholics’. Read the checklist below; if you identify with one or more of the following statements, you might be on a dangerous path to full-fledged alcoholism […]

By Kat Smith April 20, 2012