Health & Wellness Tips
U .S. Declares Monkeypox a Public Health Emergency
The United States recently declared monkeypox a Public Health Emergency (PHE). The announcement came during a briefing with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The U.S. has confirmed more than 6,600 cases of monkeypox in 48 states. The…
The Connection Between Mental Health and Chronic Illness
Living with a chronic illness can be draining, both physically and mentally. As such, people who live with a chronic illness are at a higher risk of developing a mental health condition. Likewise, mental health symptoms can cause a flare-up…
Are You Up to Date on Your Immunizations?
August is recognized as National Immunization Awareness Month to promote the importance of immunizations at all life stages. That makes this the perfect time to learn more about the importance of vaccines. Delaying critical vaccinations can lead to serious health…
The Mental Health Benefits of Exercise
While physical exercise is known to be good for your body, it also can help your mind. Research continues to validate that exercise can improve mental health by reducing anxiety, depression and a negative mood. When you include exercise as…
The Importance of Sleep
Did you know that 1 in 3 American adults don’t get the recommended seven hours of sleep? While this might not seem problematic, consistently failing to get enough sleep can put you at risk of significant health problems. In fact,…
The Value of Primary Care
Many people only think about going to the doctor’s office when they get sick or injured. However, even the healthiest adults need routine health care. What Are the Benefits? Primary care is meant to manage your day-to-day health needs. As…