Wellness

As colder weather arrives, this year understanding the differences between COVID-19, the common cold and the flu might be tricky.

As I sit here on “vacation” in St. George Island, bad weather is hitting as tropical storm Sally has turned into a hurricane.

Recently, I wrote an article about September being National Suicide Prevention Month.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month which is particularly relevant this year.

Having trouble getting to sleep or wishing for better quality sleep? While normally the goal is to stay awake while watching TV, Restflix is a streaming service that exists instead to do the opposite.

While summer may not be over yet, people are already beginning to prepare for the upcoming flu season.

In COVID-19’s beginnings, we worked with a client whose technology could help with testing.

It’s week 8,984. You’ve memorized Moana and are getting every penny out of the Disney+ subscription but still feel like you’re on the edge of losing your grip on this whole work-and-parent-from-home thing.

August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month and a great reminder to have children’s vision checked.

Lately, people have had to get creative with workouts, whether that means using wine bottles as weights or exploring online options.

Originally health officials claimed wearing a mask was unnecessary for those not infected with COVID-19, but that changed when scientists discovered people could be infected with and spread the virus without showing symptoms.

Two years ago last week I began symptoms that led to my October 2018 MS diagnosis.

This year, nearly 7,000 Americans will succumb to melanoma, a deadly skin cancer caused largely by unprotected exposure to UV rays from the sun.

As we move forward, COVID-19 testing continues to become more accessible. CORE Response provides free testing to Georgia residents.

Needless to say, these are stressful times and we all cope in different ways, whether it is stress eating, working out or both.

While there isn’t yet an official mandate from our governor to wear face masks in public, doing so to protect those around us has quickly become the right thing to do.

May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and with the weather warming up, it’s a good time to remind ourselves about what can be done daily to reduce the risk of contracting this common cancer.

A little vitamin D can do wonders to boost the immune system and mood.

Food shortages, tedium and the desire to become more self-sufficient have ignited a major interest in home gardening across the world.

Let’s talk about creative self-care while sheltering in place.

The time surrounding COVID-19 has been confusing and difficult for many individuals.

In times of much uncertainty, it’s easy to let anxiety and low feelings take control.

Spring has sprung, as have seasonal allergies.

There is no better time for self-care than right now, and what better way to do it than by also supporting local businesses? The Atlanta favorites below are making it easy to maintain your routine and keep feeling good.

Coming off a month-long adrenaline rush is not something I would recommend for anyone.

For many, the pandemic is causing stress, sleep cycle disruptions and mounting mental and physical issues.

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.

Given my autoimmune disease, I started sheltering in place two Saturdays ago. I’ve been so busy troubleshooting clients and am now beginning to reflect. Like grief, I’m navigating the five stages of quarantine.

This is a crazy time for all of us. No matter where you are, staying at home can be tough. This can cause a feeling of stress and anxiety, but there are ways to navigate these uncertain times.

As if we need more reasons to stay home (besides keeping people safe from a deadly virus), there are reports of a positive impact on the environment.