News & Wellness Blog
April Is National Move More Month
April 26, 2022
Initiated by the American Heart Association, National Move More Month promotes the benefits of physical activity while raising awareness on the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. This article will discuss the advantages of getting regular physical activity and provide helpful tips on achieving overall well-being.
March Is National Kidney Month
March 28, 2022
Nearly 40 million American adults are living with chronic kidney disease. Unfortunately, due to the subtleties of chronic kidney disease symptoms, most people are unaware they have this health condition until the symptoms become severe. This article will provide information on the kidneys and tips that help promote kidney health in light of National Kidney Month.
February Is American Heart Month
February 28, 2022
First celebrated in February 1964, American Heart Month aims to spread awareness about cardiovascular diseases to mitigate their devastating impact on the American people. In this article, we are going to provide you with information correlating to heart disease along with some effective measures you can take to promote a healthy heart.
Celebrating National Blood Donor Month
January 28, 2022
January is National Blood Donor Month, making it a great time to raise awareness about how easy it can be to save lives by donating your blood. Although you will probably never know the individual or individuals who benefitted from your blood donation, the fact that your donation may have saved a life is knowledge enough to make this a worthwhile undertaking. Blood donations can save the lives of those suffering from blood disorders, cancer, traumatic injuries, and many other health conditions.
Eating Healthy and Staying Active During the Holidays
December 16, 2021
It can be hard not to overindulge during the abundance of feasts with friends and family during the holiday season. But there are ways to enjoy these meals without putting on unwanted holiday pounds. This article will provide you with some tips to help you make it through the holiday season while maintaining your physical well-being.
Diabetes in America
November 23, 2021
Over 30 million Americans have diabetes, and around 20% of those with diabetes don’t even know it. As November is National Diabetes Month, we are going to provide you with correlating information and healthy tips in the hopes that you can lower you and/or your loved ones’ risk of developing this health condition.
2021 Open Enrollment
October 27, 2021
While New York extended 2021 Open Enrollment to cover the entire year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all individual health insurance plans will still renew on January 1st, 2022. This means that if you intend to update your plan, you will still need to do so between November 1st and December 15th of this year.
Maintaining Healthy Cholesterol Levels
September 22, 2021
High cholesterol has been linked to higher risks of heart disease, stroke, and other potentially serious health conditions. And because September is National Cholesterol Education Month, we are going to provide you with some information on cholesterol and tips to help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
Keeping Your Eyes Healthy
August 23, 2021
Your sense of sight plays a vital role in helping you safely interact with your surroundings while providing you with the ability to visually comprehend and enjoy what’s in front of you. And because August is National Eye Exam Month, we are going to give you some interesting information pertaining to your eyes along with some advice on how to maintain healthy eyesight.
The Health Benefits of Hiking
July 9, 2021
Going outside and taking a walk through nature can be an incredible experience, invigorating the senses while getting some exercise along the way. Hiking has been proven to have a multitude of benefits, for both the body and the mind. In this article, we are going to discuss some of those benefits, hopefully enticing you to get out and enjoy all that nature has to offer.
