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Navigate cough, cold and flu season like a pro Cooler weather inevitably means cough, cold and flu season isn’t far behind. Now is the time to take precautions and set yourself up with healthy habits. “As much as we try, avoiding viruses, bacteria and germs to prevent getting sick can be a challenge,” Dr. Tim Tiutan, MD, said. “However, being prepared with the right remedies, listening to your body and its symptoms and remaining diligent with a healthy routine is just as important as treating symptoms head on.” To help navigate this cough, cold and flu season, consider these tips…

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As the year comes to a close, the weather gets colder and indoor festivities ramp up. Keeping children and their families healthy during the holidays should be a priority for everyone. (Family Features) “While gathering with friends and loved ones is an exciting and important part of the holiday season, staying healthy should still be on top of your ‘to-do’ list,” said Drs. Tress Goodwin and Joelle Simpson, KinderCare medical advisors. “Simple actions can be some of the most effective at keeping everyone healthy to ensure this season is a joyous one.” Consider these five tips from KinderCare’s medical experts…

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When you are a diabetic, it’s important to be concerned about the health of your eyes and your visual acuity. Diabetes mellitus changes your body’s blood glucose levels, and this can affect the flow of blood and the consistency of the fluid in the eyeball. If you aren’t monitoring your glucose levels or consuming the proper diet, then you are risking your vision by damaging the components of the eyes. Here are some of the most common eye problems that occur in diabetics. Blurry Vision A diabetic is more likely to have poor vision that requires correction with eyeglasses or…

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Maintaining an active lifestyle is a key step to improving heart health. Physical activity not only strengthens the heart, but also helps manage your weight, prevents damage to your arteries, reduces high blood sugar, and combats high blood pressure. You do not have to be an athlete to improve your heart health, and it’s never too late to start working out. Aerobic exercise and strength training is the most beneficial to heart health. Don’t forget to stretch! Although it is not the main contributor to heart health, improving your flexibility provides the support your body needs for aerobic and strength…

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Get a reading from one of our gifted psychics, including a selection of clairvoyants, mediums, palm readers, astrologists, numerologists, angel card readers, tarot card readers, and more! Personal readings are $40 per 15 minute session. (Readings are for entertainment purposes only). Meet and get a mini-healing session from one of our gifted healers, representing a variety of healing modalities such as Reiki, Acupuncture, Massage, Energy Healing, and more! (Additional fees may apply). There will also be a selection of Health and Wellness Vendors, offering products such as Crystals, Essential Oils, Original Jewelry & Artwork, natural Beauty Products, Alternative Health &…

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Sometimes working in an office all day wears us down. It’s hard to stay healthy while sitting for eight hours. Whether it’s staying alert, on top of our diet lifestyle and/or dodging sickness, it can be difficult to stay healthy at work. We’ve got 10 ways employees can strive for better health daily. 1. Stay Hydrated When you’re so busy with work you can hardly breathe, it’s often hard to remember to take a drink of water. It’s important to stay hydrated throughout the day. Keep an insulated bottle of water by you so you remember to take sips. Dehydration…

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Do you have Diabetes? Are you unsure about how to best handle this ongoing health condition? JOIN US! Discover new, practical ways to live better & healthier. Learn the tools to manage and take control of your health. REGISTER NOW! Classes are filling quickly! FREE to ATTEND once registration is confirmed. Call Jane Juran at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County 631-727-7850 ext. 340 Please leave a message and someone will get back to you to confirm registration. This is a FREE diabetes class developed by Stanford University and implemented by the Cornell Extension. Workshops are facilitated by two trained…

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With summer slowly coming to a close, nature begins to prepare itself for slumber and the pace of things seem to slow down. People, however, can take these cooler days and crisper air and turn them into the perfect time for reinvigorating active and healthy lifestyles. New school years and changing seasons are great times to get into learning new habits.. Follow this simple guide and get into some of these fall health and fitness activities. Get Outside Fall is a delight for the senses: the sight of blazing fall foliage, the smells of apples, the crunch of leaves, and…

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One of the best ways to make the most of your life and your summer is by getting and remaining healthy. By focusing on health, you can optimize your physical appearance, enhance your mental clarity and focus, and maintain high levels of energy throughout the day. Luckily, there are a wide range of workouts during the hot season to ensure that you attain all of these life-boosting effects. Hiking. One of the best ways to stay fit and healthy during the hot season is by hiking. You can call your buddies and organize a monthly or weekly time to meet…

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