While there’s no doubt that technology improves our quality of life in many ways, most of us are also aware of the darker side of our relationship with modern technology. The potential downside of technology’s presence in our lives aren’t theoretical or paranoid; there is a growing body of scientific research pointing to some harmful […]
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Lightning Facts: What You Need to Know
National Lightning Safety Awareness Week Facts and Safety Tips National Lightning Safety Awareness Week is June 23-29. Let’s take a few minutes to review some lightning facts and discuss several lightning safety tips. Lightning Facts: What You Need to Know Lightning is an electrical discharge caused by imbalances between storm clouds and the ground, or […]
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June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month: 5 Things You Need to Know
Every June, advocates, volunteers, health professionals, caregivers, and family members come together to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s and brain awareness. Supporters wear purple in solidarity for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia on The Longest Day, June 21. One of the best ways you can support brain health for yourself and others is […]
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Raising happier kids and recognizing signs of childhood anxiety
When anxiety gets in the way of growing up healthy Let’s say you’re the next batter up in a championship baseball game and the bases are loaded. Your team’s down by one point and there are two outs. You sure don’t want to strike out. You may feel your heart racing, your palms sweating and […]
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Cold or Flu: What Medications Should I Use?
With so many variables in life keeping us on our toes, one thing always remains a constant: cold and flu season. Every year when sickness falls upon us, we find ourselves trying to differentiate between which one we might have. There are some key symptoms to each, and they can vary when it comes to […]
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April is Alcohol Awareness Month
Alcohol can reduce stress and make people feel more relaxed. Drinking is an activity that’s associated with holidays, celebrations, events and just about any time people are getting together. But drinking too much alcohol increases people’s risk of injuries, violence, drowning, liver disease, and some types of cancer. In Wisconsin alone, there are an average […]
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