August, 2021

How to get more from your mask

Your face mask can provide protection against the spread of the coronavirus. But the fit matters. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers these tips for getting the most from your mask. Go for a snug fit The virus spreads mainly through droplets sent into the air by talking, coughing or just breathing. You want to be sure your face mask fits snugly so that droplets don't leak in or out. To check the fit, cup your hands around the edges of your mask. You should not feel air fl...

Ways to Stay Fit at Home

Do you have questions related to starting, increasing or maintaining your current level of exercise? Be sure to ask your doctor during your next visit! Just a little bit of exercise every day can help improve your health. With some creative thinking, it's easy to get a workout in—even without expensive gym memberships or home fitness equipment. Here are some fun ways to move more, all from the comfort of your own home. Start with the basics. Some good shoes and a bottle of water are just a...

Incontinence: A secret you shouldn't keep

Do you experience issues related to bladder control or urinary leakage? Be sure to discuss these issues with your doctor during your next visit. Laughing, exercising or not being able to find a bathroom quickly enough shouldn't make you leak urine. Yet that's just what happens every day to countless women who are twice as likely as men to have trouble controlling their bladders. It can be embarrassing to admit to a doctor that you're leaking urine, whether it's just an occasional accident or it'...

Everyone needs to wear sunscreen

Are you going outside today? Then you should wear sunscreen. Why? Because sunscreen protects your skin from the sun's ultraviolet UV rays, which are present even on cloudy days. These rays not only can cause skin cancer, they also can trigger wrinkles, skin sagging and age spots. What should you look for in a sunscreen? The American Academy of Dermatology AAD recommends using a sunscreen that: • Offers broad-spectrum protection. This means it protects against both UVA and UVB rays. •...