Whether it’s giving during times of emergencies or to improve the quality of life for local families, donations can have a far-reaching impact. Simply put, any donation you make to local charities will help make your community a better place, benefit the lives of others, and circle back to enhance [...]
November is…drumroll…National Family Caregiver Appreciation Month! (Cue confetti and trumpets.) Seriously, though—if anyone merits appreciation, it’s caregivers. To all the caregivers out there, Thank you. We know that caregiving can be a rewarding—and sometimes challenging—experience. So before we get busy cleaning up this confetti, we’ll share some ways to [...]
Optimizing how you work from home not only gets you energized for more productivity, it also helps prevent burnout. To bring your best effort to each day, start fortifying your routine and workspace setup with these five work-from-home strategies. Contain the clutter. A feeling of disorder is draining and distracting, [...]
Clearing up misconceptions about seasonal influenza (flu) and flu vaccines Fall and winter are almost here. If you want to enjoy holiday gatherings and other fun activities, you’ll want to stay well. One of the best ways to do that is by getting a flu vaccine. Studies show [...]
Ready to boost your well-being with smart fiscal tips? These five spending moves for a healthier lifestyle pay dividends to your physical, mental, and social well-being: Home gym over a traditional gym membership. While gym memberships are great, even better is a discounted membership, or setting up your own gym [...]
Whether you’re just starting a new workout routine or ready to take it up a notch, having a few key pieces of equipment at home is a great way to keep you on track (especially when getting to the gym is a pipe dream). What to have on hand will [...]
Whether we’re truly passionate about our careers or working to pay the bills (or somewhere in between), we all have moments when we need to remind ourselves of what matters. Because finding purpose and meaning in our work is a vital part of our well-being, it’s important to reflect on [...]
Your best source for health advice is your personal doctor, but there are times when you want to know more about a symptom or explore treatment options. The Health Library is an online health database powered by Healthwise.® This resource allows you to quickly find answers to your personal [...]
Wherever we are on our health journeys, there’s no overstating the benefits of body movement. Next time you hear “regular exercise is good for everybody,” consider how these four types of physical activity really are for everyone: Strength training. The CDC recommends strength training (also known as muscle-strengthening activities) at [...]
The health effects of climate change are sobering. They include lung and heart diseases, injuries and deaths related to extreme weather, food- and water-borne illnesses, and threats to mental health. The World Health Organization calls climate change “the single biggest health threat facing humanity.” You may be thinking there’s [...]
