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Sitting Ourselves to Death! We are spending more time at home these days, and with that, more time sitting. Prolonged sitting increases your risk for cancer, heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and muscular problems. Check out this month’s In Good Health flyer for some easy ideas to get you moving.
The spring and summer flew by. Fall is fast approaching, and with it, the risk for contracting influenza will increase. However, this year, things are more complicated since COVID-19 is still around, and its symptoms are very similar to influenza. With both the flu and COVID-19 prevalent, the upcoming season could pose a precarious situation, […]
Can Type 2 Diabetes be Prevented? Did you know Type 2 Diabetes is preventable? Check out this month’s In Good Health flyer to learn about reversing pre-diabetes and lowering your chances of type 2 diabetes.
On August 28th, PSA is closing at noon to give employees some “mandatory” rest and relaxation. These past few months have been stressful for everyone, so to promote mental health, we’ve put together some simple stress management techniques that can be done anywhere at any time. Relaxation is a great way to cope with everyday stress and to ease your mind. It is a way to refocus your attention and increase awareness in your mind […]
By now we known that people with any type of immunocompromised condition are more likely to contract, suffer symptoms, and even die from COVID-19 than healthy individuals. If you have Hypertension (otherwise known as high blood pressure), which is a fairly common condition in the U.S., your COVID-19 risks are significantly increased.
Armed with new policies regarding COVID-19, many employers are prepared for their staff to return to physical worksites. This shift from working remotely and all that comes with it (e.g. being full-time employees, teachers, babysitters, etc.) to returning to work in your former lifestyle will no doubt be an adjustment for both you and your […]
No matter your age or stage of life, annual physical exams are essential to your ongoing health. Visiting your primary care provider for regular preventive care is one of the best ways to identify and treat health issues before they get worse. Here are five reasons why annual physical exams are important.
How to Prevent Skin Cancer Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in America. Regardless of the type, when skin cancers are caught early, they are often curable. Check out this month’s In Good Health flyer for seven ways you can help prevent skin cancer.
The knee is the largest joint in the body, and it is also very prone to injury and pain. Check out this month’s In Good Health flyer for exercises that can help build healthier, stronger knees. For more information, click on the buttons below to download the flyers in English and Spanish, or contact me […]