Health

“Wouldn’t it be fascinating to use cartoons to explain mRNA vaccines?”This innovative idea united Dr.

Don’t think of sewage as waste, says environmental engineer and 2015 MacArthur fellow Kartik Chandran.

This is the perfect summertime dish with its freshness and flavor.

Self-isolation is beneficial in stopping the spread of COVID-19, but for the millions working through mental health concerns, limited resources have only amplified the daily stress and fear that they already are feeling.

COVID-19 or coronavirus? If you’ve ever wondered what name you should be using for the current pandemic, you’re not alone.

Juggling multiple responsibilities is hard, and maintaining your mental health through it all is even harder. With so much on our plates, it’s easy to neglect ourselves and forget to set aside time to breathe. Here are some tips to implement self-care tactics into your everyday life.

Many in our society are focusing on making their lives greener. But for some, the concept seems so vast that it’s hard to understand the lingo.

Did you know pets are more likely than people to be overweight? A recent study found 60% of cats and 56% of dogs are obese – compared to a third of people.

About 50% of patients with chronic conditions sometimes fail to take their medication as prescribed. This can lead to higher rates of hospital admissions, poorer health outcomes and increased healthcare costs.

Preventing health problems from developing is an important part of staying healthy and avoiding expensive medical care down the road. Preventive care can help your doctors detect and treat health problems early. Some examples include getting an annual checkup and screening for conditions like breast cancer.

The best way to save time, money and stress when it comes to health care is to be an informed consumer. Check your benefits booklet to learn what is and is not covered by your plan.

Taking your contacts out every night is more important than you think. With over 45 million contact lens-wearers across the nation, it’s important to be educated about corneal ulcers.

On any given day during the holidays, homemade pastries, white chocolate and sugar cookies might be in the break room. So how will you stay healthy during this season of sweet treats?

Halfway through the work day, a wave of sleepiness occurs. Do you reach for another coffee as a pick-me-up? Instead of the normal remedies to fight drowsiness, Daikin Industries Ltd. discovered a new way to re-engage workers.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a record number of deaths during the 2017-2018 flu season, with the death toll reaching more than 80,000 people in the United States alone. It is important to get a flu vaccine because:

Mental Illness Awareness Week is Oct. 7-13. Eighteen percent of adults in America (43 million people) have a mental health condition according to the report “The State of Mental Health in America 2018.”

As working professionals, we’re all too familiar with the afternoon slump, as productivity and motivation often decline in our post-lunch exhaustion. Most people don’t take naps while at work, but could there be benefits to midday rest?

Whenever someone asks how I’m still so healthy four years into ALS, I answer “Pilates.” That’s an oversimplification – but not by much.

When you visit Asheville’s therapeutic salt cave, your body is exposed to 84 trace elements and minerals critical to its homeostasis. In other words: It’s really good for you!

If you’re like many, traveling for business can be a vulnerable time for weight gain.

The holidays are over. For most, that means getting back to work. So, what can you do to be a little healthier in the office at your desk? Why not try deskercise?

In the United States, it is estimated that 30% of adults and 60% of adolescents are sleep deprived. Sleep and recovery have major effects on our health and can cause serious bodily harm.

Regardless of what business you’re in, many offices share a common similarity: a sedentary work culture. Studies show sitting is a major contributor to employee health issues. Try these simple tips to minimize the negative effects of a sedentary lifestyle and create a ripple effect that could change office culture for good.

Keep your holiday calories under control and avoid pound-packing by not eating the “meh.”

Some people look good with a mustache – some not as flattering. But regardless of thickness, color or style, November is a month to embrace them all for a good cause.

“Flu season” is generally considered to be from October or November to May. The flu spreads through coughs, sneezes, sharing drinks or food, and by touching infected surfaces.

Research by the Mayo Clinic suggests inactivity at your desk job could be slowly killing you. Here are some insider tips to easily increase your activity around the office:

Do you find that your mornings or productive time are filled with meetings, and by the time you can start projects, you’re tapped out and don’t have energy left to work on anything requiring attention? If you are in a position to have control over your schedule, stop letting other people or your inbox control your agenda.

Text, email, voice mail, instant message, social media … we love it and hate it.

Sitting is the new smoking. Meetings are the biggest time-wasters at work. Studies show walking meetings boost creativity and collaboration when done in groups of 2-4 people.