Flu season is back. And just because COVID is still here doesn’t mean we can sleep on the flu. Many people thought that the flu went away last year. That was NOT the case. While we did see less flu cases last year, that was due to widespread mask wearing, as well as social distancing. This year, many places have…
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As kids start going back to school, it is a great time to get routines in place to help minimize stress and anxiety and increase efficiency and independence. Have a Morning Routine One of the easiest ways for kids of all ages to get a good start in the morning is to have a routine. Knowing exactly what needs to…
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The Delta Variant of COVID-19 is the latest strain to hit the US. This strain is said to be more contagious and more deadly than the prior variants that have plagued not only the United State but the world over the last year. Here are 3 things you need to know about the COVID-19 Delta Variant. 1. More Contagious The…
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June 7th, 2021 By: Mya Davidson People who are in the LGBTQ+ Community are members of every community. They are diverse and come from all walks of life, all races and ethnicities, all ages, and all socioeconomic statuses. Therefore, the needs of this community should be considered in public health efforts to improve the overall health of every person and…
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May 26, 2021 By: Mya Davidson Studies Find Men are Statistically Less Healthy and Die Younger According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, men in the United States on average die 5 years earlier than women and die at higher rates from the three leading causes of death: heart disease cancer unintentional injuries Recent studies have shown that women…
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May 18, 2021 by Mya Davidson The world took a major turn last year as COVID-19 struck the world causing a huge panic for people around the world. Everyone rushed to get more information and protect themselves against the unknown. In a panic, Americans began to stock up on toilet paper and disinfectant supplies causing a shortage. Social distancing and…
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There are lots of questions about the COVID vaccine and whether it is safe. Here are the facts about the COVID-19 vaccine from the Center for Disease Control, and the current phased rollout in Kentucky. Kentucky is currently in Phase 1C of the rollout. The following people are eligible to receive the vaccine: Front line essential worker Other essential workers…
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We talked last time about eating healthy during the holidays. While eating healthy is important, it is not the only factor in health. This time we will discuss healthy habits, including ways to stay active and ways to enjoy the holiday season without the crowds and germs. Healthy Habits Get Moving Staying active is an important part of a healthy…
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It is always a struggle to stay healthy during the holidays. Between the cold weather keeping you inside with all the delicious food and good old flu season, it’s hard to keep your germs to yourself and your waistline manageable. That is why it is especially important to be mindful of how and where you are spending your time this…