Coming together to celebrate Men’s Health Week
International Men’s Health Week is celebrated annually as the week leading up to Father’s Day. The week is intended to bring awareness of preventable health problems for males of all ages through the encouragement of early detection and treatment of health difficulties. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 14.9% of men aged 18 and over are in fair or poor health.
Women’s Nutritional Needs
March is Women’s History Month and National Nutrition Month which allows us to focus on the unique nutritional needs of women. Balancing the demands of work, family, school, and a pandemic are just a few of the obstacles women face in the struggle to maintain a healthy diet. However, with the right food choices, you can see an increase in mood, energy, and more!
How to Make Your New Year's Resolutions Stick
The start of a new year is a great time to reflect, refresh, and set some goals for yourself. Some people have the same goals every year while others like to change it up (sometimes drastically). Unfortunately, making the resolution is the easy part, the hard part is keeping it for the next 364+ days.
How to Safely Celebrate the Holidays
The holiday season is a time to gather together, visit loved ones, and enjoy celebrating whatever traditions your families may have. However, like most other things in 2020, this year’s holiday season is going to look and feel different. To protect the health and safety of yourself and your loved ones, gathering together may not be in the cards this year. So what can we do?
How Can I Avoid Workplace Fatigue?
Workplace fatigue has been around for years and years, but with the COVID-19 pandemic, workplace fatigue has become a larger issue. Let’s use Leslie as an example. Before the pandemic, she would head into the office around 8:30 then at noon would grab lunch with a friend or client, and typically she’d head home around 5:30.
Do I Need a Flu Shot?
Maybe you get the flu shot every year or maybe you’re one of many who shy away from all things needle related. Regardless, if there’s a year to face your fears, this is it. There are many reasons to get an influenza (flu) shot, however, with COVID-19 still spreading, getting the flu vaccine in 2020-2021 is more important than ever.
Virtual Learning Tips and Tricks
It’s been a little over a month since schools in Oregon started their virtual learning school year and it has been a large adjustment for teachers, parents, and students. With more and more research coming out about the negative effects of extra screen time, it’s important for both children and adults to maintain a healthy balance.
How to Stay Sun-Safe This Summer
A warm summer day in Oregon can be one of the most beautiful days of the year. Long full days of sunshine are perfect for hiking, relaxing by a lake, and exploring the great outdoors. However, the wonderful sun rays can turn harmful if the right precautions aren’t taken.
