With everything going on in the world today, it can be easy to forget that flu season is right around the corner. Still, you could save yourself some headaches—and body aches—by preparing yourself. First, some basics: get your flu shot. Although it varies from year to year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate[…]
Scientists around the world are working hard to make and distribute a new vaccine for COVID-19. And while the pandemic has stolen the headlines, there are still many other diseases out there. Fortunately, many of those already have vaccines.
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Chocolate—it’s delicious and … nutritious? Studies show that chocolate contains a variety of nutrients that can have a positive effect on health.
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Search engine optimization has always been murky and ill-defined. The SEO strategies that work today can become obsolete and irrelevant next month. According to the Google SEO manual, websites and blogs need to factor in more than 200 critical ranking factors at any given moment. Experts and novices alike can be baffled by the unrelenting[…]
Fitness rollers have been steadily gaining in popularity among athletes and fitness enthusiasts over the past several years. Versatile and relatively inexpensive, fitness rollers can be used before, during, or after a workout.
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Shopping for health insurance can be intimidating, especially if you’re not sure what to look for. Asking a few key questions can help make sure you find the plan that’s right for you. The first thing that catches most people’s eye is the premium, and that’s definitely important. The premium is the amount you’ll be[…]
American Stroke Month is a good time to learn more about strokes and how they can be prevented. Many things can contribute to your risk of a stroke, such as your lifestyle, diet, and overall health. These same factors also can impact how well you recover if you should have a stroke.
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Personal electronic devices have become an indispensable part of daily life, not just for adults, but for many kids as well. At home and at school, tablets, phones, computers, television, and video games expose kids to screens all day long. But what effects, if any, does screen time have on children’s developing brains?
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If you live in a cold-weather state, it can be tempting to curl up in the house all winter and hibernate until spring.
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The following stories are true. Only the names have been changed—to protect the guilty.
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It’s January 2020. A new year. A new decade. A new start. You’ve been thinking about your goals for the year, but you just can’t seem to nail them down. Or describe them. Or focus. In fact, you don’t really even know where to start.
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