15

Jun

a woman at home working on her laptop in a black longsleeve turtle neck

Get Zoom Ready

Remember when we used to get up in the morning, jump in the shower, guzzle down a cup of coffee, rush out the door, and then deal with real 3D people? Yeah, me neither. But we did it. Also, try to remember what it was like to interact with others without having to stare back at y...

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15

Jun

a dining table with a lot of fall food

How to Find Gratitude During a Pandemic Holiday Season

Here we are - our first official quarantined holiday season. It's easy to sit back and rattle off why this year is so much more complicated than holidays of years gone by, but what would that do? Just cause more stress and negativity, in our opinion. This year, take t...

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15

Jun

Quarantine 15? What to Do About Weight Gain During the Pandemic

Originally published on Yale Medicine by Kathy KatellaIt's easy to see how you might gain weight during the pandemic, especially if you are spending most of your time at home. Comfort food recipes have been trending on Google. (There is so much baking going on, supermarket...

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15

Jun

Staying Healthy During Inactive Times

The quarantine has offered a lot of new experiences - some good and some bad. Many of us have enjoyed a lower gas bill but miss social interactions. Others welcome the alone time while others are practically jumping out of their skin for some human contact. One thing that m...

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15

Jun

A Productive and Healthy Quarantined Holiday

The holiday season is upon us. With temperatures dropping and a stubborn pandemic, how can we utilize the time inside to our advantage regarding health and wellness? We've got you covered. Here are a few suggestions on how you can stay happy, healthy, and sane during our fi...

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15

Jun

Younger woman in a yellow sweater, having allergy problems

Flu virus’ best friend: low humidity

By Ziba KashefYale researchers have pinpointed a key reason why people are more likely to get sick and even die from flu during winter months: low humidity. While experts know that cold temperatures and low humidity promote transmission of the flu virus, less is understood abou...

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15

Jun

a doctor checking a patients heartbeat

Preventative Care to Office Care

We're approaching month 9 of the coronavirus pandemic, and you haven’t seen a doctor the whole time. Perhaps you’re thinking, “I’m always inside. What’s the point? ” Or maybe you’ve used your free time to study up on at-home remedies...

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15

Jun

Girl Painting a Pumpkin

A COVID Halloween

This year's Halloween was supposed to be the best of the best. How often do we get to enjoy this spooky night of revelry on a Saturday? Then COVID reared its ugly little head. Another forced celebration away from the masses. But do not fret. We have some fun alternati...

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15

Jun

Two Girls

Putting off medical care — and the consequences

Americans are putting off medical care due to coronavirus fears — but there have been consequencesOriginal Article By Meera JagannathanThe global public-health emergency has forced many Americans to put their own health care on the back burner, a new survey suggests. Almo...

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15

Jun

Woman Sitting Outside

Denying the Doctor Visit

A few years ago, I was watching a documentary (I've forgotten the title), and a young girl said about something, “I don’t like to think about that. ” My psychotherapist friend blurted out loud, “That’s called denial, sweetie. ” It made me l...

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