Category: Life
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6 Exercise Safety Tips
(Family Features) In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Americans are more aware of their health and wellness. Now, as social restrictions ease, you may find yourself stepping up your workouts, whether you’re training for an event or working to improve your game in a recreational league. Sprains, strains and injuries can happen to…
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Nearly 75% of employees will swap health insurance plan features for significant savings, Centivo survey reveals
A recent Centivo survey of employees with employer-sponsored health insurance demonstrated just how willing employees are to modify core plan features if these “tradeoffs” translate into better healthcare affordability. In fact, nearly three quarters (73%) of survey respondents say they would do so if they realized savings of 10-30% compared to their existing health plans.…
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Discover Themed Family Fun
(Family Features) Families looking for a kid-friendly adventure may want to leave room in the suitcase for some muddy puddle rainboots at a theme park ideal for little ones of all abilities. Featuring six rides, six themed playscapes, a colorful splash pad and plenty of interactive experiences, the Peppa Pig Theme Park in Winter Haven,…
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FDA Approves First Generic of Symbicort to Treat Asthma and COPD
Agency Supports Development of Complex Generic Drug-Device Combination Product to Improve Competition and Access to More Affordable Medicines Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first generic of Symbicort (budesonide and formoterol fumarate dihydrate) Inhalation Aerosol for the treatment of two common pulmonary health conditions: asthma in patients six years of age and…
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“Living Minute” Series – Mental Health & COVID-19: Moving Forward
MIAMI, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected people’s physical and mental health, as we move forward during these unprecedented times South Florida PBS’ Living Minute series is providing tips and resources to care and protect one’s mental health. Click below to see two of the 270+ produced so far: Coping with the Stress of Parenting During COVID-19: Parents who must deal with their children’s physical…
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5 Steps to Find the Right Doctor
(Family Features) Whether you’re rarely sick or have multiple conditions that require frequent visits to the doctor, having a trusted and skilled health care provider is an important step in protecting your health. A health care provider helps you maintain good health by recommending preventive services like screenings and vaccines. He or she can treat…
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CDC Recommendation Regarding Mask Use on Public Transportation
At CDC’s recommendation, TSA will extend the security directive for mask use on public transportation and transportation hubs for one month, through April 18th. During that time, CDC will work with government agencies to help inform a revised policy framework for when, and under what circumstances, masks should be required in the public transportation corridor.…
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Holland America Line’s ‘Alaska Up Close’ Programming Delivers Authentic Cultural, Culinary and Shoreside Experiences
Alaska-focused workshops, presentations, interactions, shore excursions and more offer immersive perspective of The Great Land SEATTLE, March 14, 2022 /CNW/ — Holland America Line has been exploring Alaska since 1947, and the premium cruise line is putting 75 years of expertise into new “Alaska Up Close” programming — a 360° experience that immerses guests in The Great Land in a way that only…
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JESUS FELT ANXIETY, AND OTHER RELATABLE STORIES …
Surprising Campaign Goes National After Overwhelmingly Positive Ad Test He Gets Us rolls out with unvarnished view of experiences that resonate with those skeptical of faith OVERLAND PARK, Kan., March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — He Gets Us, an ad campaign that presents an unexpected and fresh take on Jesus’ life and experiences, launches nationally today and is believed to be the largest…
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ECRI Reports Staffing Shortages and Clinician Mental Health are Top Threats to Patient Safety
Annual list of patient safety concerns dominated by longstanding stressors on healthcare workers exacerbated by pandemic; report issued in conjunction with Patient Safety Awareness Week, March 13 to 21 PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Staffing shortages and healthcare workers’ mental health top a list of patient safety concerns released today by ECRI, the nation’s largest nonprofit patient…