From small, itchy bumps to large, unsightly welts the size of a golf ball – we’ll help you learn to identify what kind of fly might have bitten you and offer tips for relief as well as some help preventing fly bites to begin with this summer…
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What’s the deal with Nitrates and Nitrites?
Strike – you’re out! From baseball games, to backyard cookouts—here’s why you should put down the hot dog (and other cured or processed meats).
Read more >Can Seasonal Allergies Be a Predictor of Mental Illness?
Birds are singing and flowers are blooming — however springtime and its associated allergies may have an interesting consequence, according to a new study allergies and mental health may in fact be related.
Read more >What are the Advanced Treatments for Dry Eyes?
If you have been extremely diligent with basic dry eye treatments and still can’t find relief, read on for the basic explanations on more advanced treatments that are available and may work for you…
Read more >How to Choose a Telehealth Partner that Fits Your Business Model, Meets Employee Needs
With so many telehealth vendors to choose from, how do you select the one that’s best for your business and employee benefits package? By considering these seven key factors when vetting a telehealth partner…
Read more >6 Reasons You Should Try Therapy Once
If you’ve had moments of stress or grief, therapy may have crossed your mind. Unfortunately, many people never act on this thought because it’s easy to talk yourself out of getting help when you feel down. Here are six reasons why you should try it just once to see how you feel.
Read more >The Role of Telehealth in Fighting Opioid Abuse
Nationwide, leaders and organizations are leading the fight against opioid abuse. Their efforts to curtail opioid over-prescription are already showing promise, including using on-going therapy to treat the underlying causes of drug abuse…
Read more >Filling the Gap Between EAPs and Behavioral Health Benefits
While EAPs are not designed to serve as a stand-alone option for mental health services, these plans play a role in a company’s overall emphasis on employee wellness in the workplace. If you’re looking to purchase an EAP – or are interested in providing behavioral health services for your staff –consider the following…
Read more >These are the Best (and Worst) Foods for Your Mental Wellbeing
Most of the energy you use daily is consumed by brain activity. So it makes sense that what you eat has a profound effect on the way your brain works—in fact, there is a direct connection between your diet and how you feel…
Read more >Breaking the Stigma Surrounding Mental Health
Although millions of Americans suffer from mental illnesses, there is still a lack of public knowledge about mental health and limited access to resources for those who need help. Fortunately May is Mental Health Month, so it’s the perfect time to break misunderstandings, cure stigma, and focus on wellbeing…
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