Stressful situations do have silver linings and positive outcomes. For example, while the news related to COVID-19 can be disheartening, the pandemic has had a major impact on air quality in major global cities, from Los Angeles to Wuhan.
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Help is Here for Chronic or Emergent Conditions
If you have cardiovascular disease, you should especially take heart when it comes to protecting yourself from COVID-19.
While everyone should be staying at home as much as possible right now, those with heart disease should be particularly vigilant about this recommendation, as well as following the CDC’s COVID-19 prevention and safety guidelines.
About 1 out of every 3 people in the US will develop shingles (herpes zoster) in their lifetime. If you’ve ever had chickenpox, you can get shingles, too.
“It may seem like a temporary inconvenience, but shingles can cause significant discomfort, as well as lead to serious complications, including nerve pain that can last for months or years after the rash goes away,” said Peter Christenson, DO, Holland Hospital Family Medicine – South Washington. “That’s why getting vaccinated is so important.”
During this turbulent and uncertain time, heading outside for a jog is a healthy way to burn off some calories, relieve tension and anxiety, and combat cabin fever. As long as you’re running solo right now, it’s safe to do so outside. When encountering others on the roadways, trails or elsewhere, be sure to follow the CDC’s social distancing guidelines, too.
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You are what you eat, but what should you eat anyway?
“Diet trends are ever-changing and confusing––tempting anyone and everyone to try the next quick fix to los-ing weight or living a healthier lifestyle,” said Lynsey Hargrove, registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), Holland Hospital Healthy Life Programs.
So if you’re hoping to shed some pounds, maintain a healthy weight or simply eat better, which diet should you follow? Here’s the skinny on five popular approaches:
You’ve probably trusted your gut when making certain decisions. But did you know you should also rely on your digestive system when it comes to your overall health and wellness?
Coronavirus (COVID-19)––it’s the disease making headlines and sounding public health alarms. But what is this illness, how concerned should you be and is there anything you can do to prevent it?
Rachel Ellens, Holland Hospital Infection Control Coordinator, offers answers to these common questions and more:
Q: What’s the difference between coronavirus and COVID-19?
While cardiac rehabilitation is good for your heart and your overall health, fewer than 20 percent of those who are eligible take advantage of this important healing tool.
Until you feel a twinge, a throb or an ache, you probably take your back for granted. Yet with sitting, standing and moving, the human spine is almost in constant use. It’s no wonder why nearly 80% of Americans will experience back or neck pain at some point in their lives.
Despite this statistic, there’s good news when it comes to finding relief for back pain––and it may help you avoid surgery. The approach? Physical Therapy (PT) Rehabilitation.
Would you know what to do in a medical emergency? About 1.5 million heart attacks and strokes occur every year in the US. Both health conditions are considered life-threatening emergencies and both are among the leading causes of death in America.