COPD Treatment: Managing a Progressive Disease with Proactive Therapy
By Jennifer Carr, BSN, MA If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you’re not alone. COPD affects more than 15 million Americans according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. COPD is a term for a group of conditions that causes breathing problems which include but […]
When Prevention is No Longer an Option
By Brittany Nelson, MS, RD, CHWC Taking active steps to prevent breast cancer is something all women (and men) can do. There are many risk factors that can increase the risk of breast cancer. The National Cancer Institute provides an excellent tool called the “Gail Model” which can be helpful in determining your specific risk. […]
How Diet Can Decrease Your Risk for Breast Cancer
By Katie Boscia, MS, RD, IBCLC, CDE There is no one food or diet that can prevent breast cancer. However, there are certain foods that can help boost your immune system and make you healthier, which can decrease the risk of breast cancer. Some foods can help decrease the side effects of treatment and help […]
Exercising During Breast Cancer Treatment
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist Research strongly suggests that exercise is safe both during and after breast cancer treatment, provided it’s integrated correctly. By exercising during treatment, you can improve your overall wellbeing and develop bodily efficiency. Exercise has also been shown to ease side effects of cancer treatment and boost energy. There are some […]
Wellness Resources
By Kristin Lamb, CHWC, wellness coordinator and coach Looking for additional support to take your employee wellness program to the next level? Consider using some of the following local, state and national resources (all content via the organizations’ respective websites): The Wellness Council of America (WELCOA) is one of the nation’s most respected resources for […]
When Caring for Others, Don’t Forget About Yourself
By Brittany Nelson, MS, RD, CHWC Caring for those we love can be a full-time job. And like any full-time job, it’s important to stay healthy so you’re doing the most efficient work you’re capable of. With that said, when you care for a loved one, you may often put his or her feelings, illnesses […]
Put Your Phone Down—It’s Time for Dinner
By Katie Boscia, MS, RD, IBCLC, CDE Eating dinner together as a family can have several benefits for children as well as adults. In today’s busy world where everyone has different schedules, planning a dinner together will give you a reason to stop and connect. Sit down without distractions such as phones, mobile devices, television […]
5 Easy Tips to Help Your Kids Get the Exercise They Need
By Ryan Lawson, exercise specialist According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in the past 30 years, childhood obesity has more than doubled, and obesity in adolescents has quadrupled. Young adults who are overweight tend to have higher occurrences of heart disease and other serious health conditions at an earlier age compared to those […]
Reserving Time on Your Calendar for Family Time
By Brittany Wonnell, RD, CHWC Life gets busy, work becomes hectic, our kids have homework and our parents have appointments. How are we able to care for ourselves while caring for so many others at the same time? Throughout the years, these hectic, stressful schedules have made us forget about the importance of genuine family […]
Finding Ways to Stay Active as a Family
By Ryan Lawson, exercise specialist When the kids are out of school for the summer, families are able to spend more time together participating in events and gatherings that make it a breeze to stay active. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends that children get one hour of physical activity daily. But just because […]