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Living with Less: Benefits of a Minimalist Lifestyle
Are you familiar with the new lifestyle trend called “minimalism”? The concept of minimalism encourages people to live with less – fewer material possessions, less debt, and less clutter. We are exposed to countless advertisements each day telling us we need to buy certain things to be happy; minimalists ignore these messages and only live…
Laughter is the Best Medicine
What could be more contagious than the annual flu or cold? Well, laughter of course! Humor is infectious and has the power of connecting those around us. Some would even go as far as saying laughter is the best medicine! But did you know there is some truth to this saying? According to helpguide.org, laughter:…
Antibiotics: Not Always the Answer
When you get sick, you want to feel better as soon as possible and it can be tempting to ask your doctor for an antibiotic to get you back on track. But antibiotics can only cure bacterial infections, such as strep throat or whooping cough. Viral infections, such as the common cold, the flu, and…
Campfire Safety Tips
With fall rolling in, the evenings are getting cooler. But while some of us miss the warm summer nights, the rest of us are grabbing firewood and marshmallows! Autumn means campfires, complete with fire-roasted hot dogs and gooey s’mores. However, before you invite your friends over, make sure you know your campfire safety.First, it’s best…
Pokémon Go: Getting Fit and Staying Safe
You may have noticed a lot more people than usual walking around your neighborhood streets, faces glued to their phones. For those not “in the know,” a new free-to-play mobile game craze, called Pokémon: Go, is sweeping the nation. In fact, in the U.S. alone, it currently has over 7.5 million downloads!Based on a 90’s…
School Sports: Know the Signs of a Concussion
Playing an organized sport in school is a great way for your child to stay in shape, learn about teamwork, and build leadership skills. But whether they play football, soccer, volleyball, or baseball, it’s crucial to know the signs of a serious injury such as a concussion.If your child receives a bump, blow, or jolt…
Back to School Checklist
It’s that time of year again – back to school time! We hope your children had a great summer, and we’re here to help you make sure they’re healthy as they head back into the classroom. Kids’ habits change over the summer, so whether it’s eating healthier or going to bed earlier, it’s important to…
What’s Buzzing?
It’s a warm summer day and you are out by the pool. After a peaceful time in the water, you hear a humming sound and then a subsequent painful feeling shooting up your arm. You were just stung by a wasp. With 7 million Americans allergic to bee stings, it is important to know what…
Water You Doing About Dehydration?
Summer is in full swing, which means more time is being spent out in the hot sun. With increased time in the heat, are you consuming enough water? The fact is, most Americans are not. Dehydration is when your body is losing more liquids than you are taking in. Symptoms of Dehydration include thirst, dry…
Safety First!
Playgrounds are a great place for kids to exercise and socialize throughout the summer, but each year emergency rooms treat more than 200,000 children ages 14 and younger for playground injuries. These injuries include anything from broken bones to concussion to internal bleeding, but there is no need to keep your child away from playgrounds!…