Be Aware of Anxiety and Panic Attacks

Posted on April 13, 2020March 25, 2020 by admin

The situation with coronavirus and COVID-19 is changing almost daily. This kind of uncertainty and change can lead to fear and anxiety. Anxiety is a feeling of dread, fear, or distress. This can be from a real threat or one that exists in the mind. A panic attack is a brief period of acute anx...

Better Sleep Boosts Immunity

Posted on April 8, 2020March 25, 2020 by admin

Lack of sleep can affect the body in many ways. Beyond just feeling tired, long-term sleep deprivation may be linked to health problems such as heart disease, obesity and depression. Getting enough quality sleep also helps keep our immune system healthy so we can fight infections like the c...

DIY Masks Work for Added Protection

Posted on April 6, 2020April 7, 2020 by admin

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends that people wear a cloth face covering in public settings. This includes places like grocery stores and pharmacies where other social distancing measures may be difficult to maintain. This is a new CDC recommendation based on t...

Stuck-at-Home Exercises

Posted on April 3, 2020March 25, 2020 by admin

This is the time to shift your exercise routine to your home. There are lots of options for staying active. And, burning calories, along with exercising your heart and lungs, are added bonuses of doing more house “cleaning” and other household chores. For example, a 150-lb person burns ab...

Happy Hormones Create More Calm

Posted on March 31, 2020March 25, 2020 by admin

You probably know that exercise has many health benefits. It can reduce your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and even cancer. But, did you know it can also help your mental health? Studies have shown that regular exercise such as walking can improve your mood, according to the American P...

Let’s Make Soup

Posted on March 27, 2020March 25, 2020 by admin

People sip, slurp, and spoon soup not only for basic sustenance, but also to stay healthy. Plus, for some, it’s the ultimate comfort food. And, who couldn’t use a little more comfort during these stressful times? Chicken soup really does help relieve the nasal stuffiness of a cold. And studies ...

Test Your Handwashing Knowledge

Posted on March 25, 2020March 25, 2020 by admin

By now, you’ve seen a lot of information about the need to wash your hands to help prevent or slow the spread of the coronavirus and COVID-19. So, let’s test your knowledge about the best way to clean your hands: It doesn’t matter how long I wash my hands as long as I use soap […]

Coronavirus Self-Checker

Posted on March 24, 2020March 26, 2020 by admin

Is it time to call your doctor about possible Coronavirus (COVID-19)? Wondering if you should call your doctor about COVID-19? Do you, or someone you’re caring for, have some symptoms, but you’re not sure if they are serious enough to seek medical care? The Centers for Disease Control and Pre...

Easy At-Home Stress Busters

Posted on March 24, 2020March 25, 2020 by admin

Don’t let the stress of the coronavirus and COVID-19 take over your life! Here are some stress busters you can do right in your own home. Try to do one (or a few!) of these things to start feeling better: Connect with friends: Meeting up with other people using social media can help red...

HealthyLife Letter: Special Edition

Posted on March 22, 2020March 23, 2020 by admin

Our hearts and thoughts are with everyone affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

This special edition of the HealthyLife® Letter was created to share information and resources to help you stay healthy and safe, with a focus of what you can do at home.

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Well-Being From Home

Category: Coronavirus