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Exercising Safely in the Heat

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Tiffany Pernat Tiffany Pernat June 30, 2023 0 Comments General Health

Heat and intense activity are a dangerous combination, so it’s important to be mindful about exercising safely in the heat this summer. Take these steps to ensure you stay safe while enjoying your outdoor activities. Stay hydrated—Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink water. Thirst is a sign you’re already dehydrated. Drink water throughout the […]

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For Flying Out Loud: Tips for Flying With Hearing Devices

For Flying Out Loud: Tips for Flying With Hearing Devices
Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. June 29, 2023 0 Comments General Health

You may be a pro at picking the perfect destination for your next adventure, but what about navigating the ins and outs of air travel with your hearing devices? Follow these tips for flying with hearing devices to ensure you and your trusty traveling device companions have a safe, enjoyable trip. Pack Your Device Accessories—Make […]

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High and Low Blood Sugar

High and Low Blood Sugar
Alyssa Turcotte, BSN, RN Alyssa Turcotte, BSN, RN June 22, 2023 0 Comments General Health

It is important that a person with diabetes can identify the symptoms of high and low blood sugar. How a person is treating and managing their diabetes will determine if they experience these symptoms. High Blood Sugar Often before a person is diagnosed with diabetes they will experience symptoms of high blood sugar, also called […]

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Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s

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BethAnn Nowak, MSN, AGPCNP-BC, APNP BethAnn Nowak, MSN, AGPCNP-BC, APNP June 15, 2023 0 Comments General Health

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s takes a lot of time and effort and can be emotional, stressful, and physically and financially demanding. If you’ve found out your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, know what to expect, how to prepare, and how to manage caring for your loved one while still caring […]

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Don’t Let Thumb Pain Stop You This Summer! 

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Sara Wilde, OTR, CHT Sara Wilde, OTR, CHT June 8, 2023 0 Comments General Health

It’s that time of year when the temperatures rise, the windows and doors of our homes open, and we begin our outdoor projects. We need our hands and especially our thumbs to dig in dirt, mow the lawn, plant flowers, wash windows, and flip burgers, so it’s important to protect our thumbs! We use our […]

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Men's Health: Prevention

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Dane Schultz, DNP, APNP Dane Schultz, DNP, APNP June 1, 2023 0 Comments General Health

On average, men’s life expectancy is less than women’s by about four to six years. Men face the same health issues that affect everyone, but they are less likely to see doctors or take care of their health, often citing they don’t want to hear bad news. Regular wellness visits and preventative care, however, can […]

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