Keeping your hands clean is one of the easiest and most important ways to prevent healthcare-acquired infections. Follow these tips to keep yourself and others around you safe and healthy. 8 Hand Hygiene Facts to Keep You Healthy #1 – Wash your hands with soap and water. Soap and water work by mechanically removing microbes from […]
We spend over 2000 hours a year at work (or even more!), so making smart choices while on the job is pivotal to keeping healthy and well. Try implementing a few of these easy tips to improve your health while at work: #1 – Wash Your Hands. Wash your hands often, especially if you share […]
If you missed our last farmers market, then you missed Chef Antonio blending up this delicious smoothie. No worries though – we’ve got the recipe right here. Our strawberry, mango and honey smoothie is a refreshing smoothie that can be enjoyed for breakfast or a snack. Add all of the ingredients to your blender and […]
Download a printable version of this blog post. Allergies to pets with fur are common, especially among people who have other allergies or asthma. In the United States, as many as three in 10 people with allergies have allergic reactions to cats and dogs. Cat allergies are about twice as common as dog allergies. People […]
The sun is out, the temperature is fine and the Raleigh Campus Farmers Market is now open in the COURTYARD until 2 pm. Come visit our two new small farmers selling homegrown produce, including shelling peas, corn and pole beans. Also, come learn about the great new telemedicine benefit offered by RelyMD that is now […]
Download a printable version of this blog post. We often take our eyes for granted. If you have a job that requires you to sit in front of a computer the majority of the day – it is especially important to take steps to reduce eye strain. Help alleviate eye fatigue, and protect your eyes […]
Download a printable version of this blog post. Each year, emergency departments in the United States treat approximately 7,000 patients for injuries caused by fireworks. Injuries from fireworks can range from burns to more serious medical problems like cuts and amputations. In severe cases, consequences from fireworks use can result in death. Protect yourself and your family by […]
Download a printable version of this blog post. For many of us, sleep is what restores us after a long active day. For those who experience trouble sleeping, the issue can become worrisome. Most people, at some point in their lives, will experience some sort of sleep difficulties. Whether it’s insomnia, racing thoughts, or sleep […]
Download a printable version of this blog post. As many as 15 million Americans have food allergies, including nearly 6 million children. [source] Food Allergies versus Food Intolerance: Know the Difference Food Intolerance Food Allergies A food allergy occurs when the body’s immune system sees a certain food as harmful and reacts by causing allergic […]
Download a printable version of this blog post. Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS), also known as e-cigs, e-cigarettes, or vape pens, produce an aerosolized mixture (“vapor”) of nicotine and flavored liquid that is inhaled by its user. They are wildly popular. Their use has increased significantly over the last five years and they are now […]
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