In honor of American Heart Month this February, here are a few tips to keeping a healthy heart. Having a healthy heart can involve a variety of elements over the course of one’s life. Before beginning any changes with your health, be sure to check...
Several weeks into the new year, many people continue to focus on establishing resolutions for changing undesired behaviors or traits into positive ones. If you are not into New Years resolutions or making new challenges for yourself, focusing on creating new habits can be another...
Many people can say they enjoy relaxing after a long day and unwind by sitting or lying down in some fashion. But have you thought about how much of your whole day you spend sitting or lying down and not moving? There is nothing wrong...
If you are looking for a goal for yourself this year and are a smoker, here is some encouragement to end smoking this year once and for all. Just looking at the basic facts about smoking, it can have many negative health effects on the...
The holiday season is upon us, but holidays don’t have to be the only reason to have a celebration. There are ongoing life successes, milestones, events and even small achievements that we choose to celebrate. Whether it’s an A on an exam, losing a first...
Showing kindness can be an intentional act or something that you demonstrate out of reaction or habit. Showing kindness can make others feel good and can also make you feel good too. What are some ways that you show kindness to others? Here are some...
Health literacy is utilizing information we receive to make appropriate decisions about our health. Health literacy is important for us to be able to understand our health and communicate efficiently with health professionals. Without a background in health, reading, writing and understanding health literacy can...
Hand washing is just as important as ever before, to help prevent the spread of germs. While hand washing is a requirement at any medical facility, many individuals follow the practice on a day-to-day basis at home. One of the ways germs can come in...
The month of October is dedicated each year as residents’ rights, which focuses on individuals living in long-term care facilities. A long-term care facility provides services to those who are no longer able to live independently. As a resident of a long-term care facility, there...
What do you think of when someone says the fall season? Fall can represent leaves falling, cooler weather, certain foods and drinks, warmer clothing, outdoor activities, and so much more! Taking the time to enjoy your favorite parts of fall can bring about feelings of...