Spring Clean Your Health
Prioritize Sleep Aim to sleep 7-9 hours a night. It is recommended to keep your bedroom as dark a... more
Spring Clean Your Health
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Prioritize Sleep Aim to sleep 7-9 hours a night. It is recommended to keep your bedroom as dark and quiet as possible to ensure a full night’s sleep. Try setting up a bedtime routine to help your body develop a schedule. It will be easier if you keep the schedule during the weekends as well…
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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!
Colorectal cancer, which is cancer of the colon and rectum, is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States and the third most common cancer type world wide. 1 million people die each year, but deaths from colorectal cancer are highly preventable and treatable if the disease is caught early. Estimates are…
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Protein: Are You Getting Enough?
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Protein. We need it, we crave it, and we can’t function without it. It is one of our body’s basic building blocks. Protein is found in a variety of foods, from seeds to meat. But how much protein is necessary, and are you getting enough? Protein is a macronutrient. From protein, we get amino acids…
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Low Back Pain
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Low back pain is an extremely common medical problem. It has been estimated between 75-85% of Americans will suffer from back pain at some point during their life. Back pain is also a very common reason to see a physician, ranking the third most common reason by a recent Mayo Clinic study. Low back…
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Virtual Mental Health Resources
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During this continuing pandemic, many people are feeling a strain on their mental wellbeing. It is important to know that you are not alone, and there are several resources available online that could offer help during your time of need. We’ve compiled a list of online mental health resources that are accessible during quarantine. BetterHelp…
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Winter Activity and Sports Injuries
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Winter Sport and Activity Injuries The cold weather marks the beginning of many seasonal activities as the weather changes and schools begin transitioning to winter sports. Students take part in team sports such as wrestling and basketball, while others, including adults, enjoy ice hockey, skiing, snowboarding and sledding. All active recreational endeavors require participants to maintain varying levels of physical strength and flexibility to prevent…
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Cervical Cancer Awareness
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Your risk of developing cervical cancer can be lowered by getting regularly screened, from age 21 onward. The 2 tests that are available to help detect and prevent cervical cancer are: the Pap smear test and the HPV (human papillomavirus) test. The Pap smear detects precancerous cells which can turn into cancer cells if not…
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You Are NOT Alone
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Millions of people worldwide quietly battle mental health issues each year. Around 1-in-5 people globally have a mental health disorder at any given time. Mental health disorders include those which are familiar to most people, such as depression and anxiety, but include others as example, ADHD, impulse disorders and PTSD. According to the National Institute…
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Simple Ways To Start Moving More During Quarantine
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Exercise is imperative in maintaining physical and mental wellbeing during the lockdown. And while many are enjoying taking walks around the block, others may be finding the task redundant. Here are some creative ways to exercise during the pandemic that go beyond your neighborhood stroll. Biking This activity is perfect for maintaining social distancing while…
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COVID Anxiety and Sleep
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Many people are reporting increased anxiety due to coronavirus and being in quarantine. According to the American Psychiatry Association, one third of recently polled individuals have reported the pandemic having a negative effect on their mental wellbeing. While several people are facing economic hardship, in addition to worrying about loved ones’ health, it is easy…
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