Old Man Winter is making a grand entrance this year and has given our offices a fluffy white blanket of snow. It sure is pretty to look at but can be deadly on the roadways. Here are some tips for driving in the snow from our friends at AAA. [...]
Looking for ways to stay healthy throughout the holiday season without it stressing you out? Here are some simple tips to keep you happy and healthy as you give thanks, share joy, and celebrate a new year. Share gratitude and laughter. The holidays can be a very joyous time, but [...]
Antibiotics are important and really help when we need them. Using antibiotics when they aren’t needed helps resistant bacteria grow. Antibiotic resistant bacteria cause at least 2 million illnesses and 23,000 deaths1 every year in the US, and 1/3 of all antibiotic prescriptions are unnecessary2. Antibiotics DO NOT work against viral infections like coughs, sore throats, [...]
With today’s technology and healthcare options, people with type 2 diabetes can still live a long, healthy life. These tips offer guidance for living with diabetes for you or others in your life who have been diagnosed. Don’t blame yourself. Type 2 diabetes is a genetic disease. When you [...]
It's no secret that using tobacco is harmful to your health, and that there are some hefty negative costs, both financial and health related, for users and nonusers alike. In 2015, the American Cancer Society released the infographic, "Tobacco: The True Cost of Smoking," which breaks down the cost of [...]
No Shave November is here, and that means it’s time to take a serious look at men’s health. Men’s health has taken a back seat to a lot of other health causes. Because of this, our husbands, brothers, fathers, and friends are dying prematurely from heart disease, prostate cancer, testicular [...]
October brings us the unofficial start of candy season, which means you're likely to see more candy than usual around your office. Candy and treat sharing is usually done with the best of intentions; however, it can make it difficult for employees who are working on maintaining a healthy diet, [...]
Sometimes we get so busy we forget to be safe during some of the easiest tasks. Completing day-to-day activities safely and being aware of our surroundings sounds like a simple way to increase safety in our daily routines, but it can be challenging. Here are ten steps to get you [...]
Earlier, Elaina shared with us why she chose to bike to work and everywhere else she goes. Keep reading to find out how she overcomes the challenges that ride her way on daily commutes as well as some of the benefits. Challenges, Gear and Being a Ninja For the cold, [...]
One of the biggest struggles to consistently working out is finding the time. Eric, one of our Operations Specialists, looked at the problem only as an operations specialist could. After analyzing his schedule, he found he could create the time, but it required a change is the way he gets [...]
