Summer is officially here! The warm weather means a return to many of the activities we all love, from social gatherings to outdoor exercise and adventures out on the town. But, to get the most out of your summer, it’s critically important to keep hydrated.
Category: Health & Wellness
Practice Summer Food Safety
Picnic and pool season is upon us, which means plenty of opportunities for outdoor dining with family and friends.
It’s important, however, to take precautions when enjoying food in the summer heat, as rising temperatures accelerate the growth of bacteria on food and surfaces. To protect everyone around you and avoid foodborne illnesses this summer, follow these simple steps to ensure the food you consume is safe to eat:
Alcohol Use and You
Did you know? More than 140,000 people in the United States die from excessive alcohol use each year.
Battling Seasonal Allergies
From physical exercise such as walks, runs or bike rides to social occasions like picnics and cookouts, the warm weather months present a renewed opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. However, the season’s change also brings about the return of something far from enjoyable: allergies.
The Importance of Mindfulness
In the day-to-day hustle, it can be difficult to relax. Stressors can cause a feeling of disconnectedness from what truly makes us happy.
Make Your End-of-Life Wishes Known
Sometimes, due to illness or injury, individuals are not able to make an informed decisions or communicate their wishes regarding their healthcare decisions and treatment preferences. Advance care planning is a way for a person to plan and document the type of care that he or she wishes to have at the end-of-life.
What’s the Hype About Collegen Supplements?
Collagen supplementation has been gaining popularity over the last few years. Some claims suggest there are benefits for the skin in anti-aging, prevention of bone loss, relieving joint pain and increasing muscle mass, to name a few.
Cardiovascular Lab Staff: A Team with Heart
Heart disease is relentless. But so is the cardiovascular lab team at Carroll Hospital.
‘Celebrate a World of Flavors’ during National Nutrition Month
“Celebrate a World of Flavors” is this year’s theme for National Nutrition Month®. Created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, National Nutrition Month® provides healthful eating and physical activity tips each March.
Test Your Colorectal Cancer Knowledge
Did you know? Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States, affecting men and women alike. In honor of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, take this quiz to test your colorectal cancer knowledge, and talk to your healthcare provider about your questions and concerns about colorectal cancer.