Health

It's a popular New Years' tradition to take the plunge and stop smoking, seeing in the year tobacco-free and on the path to a healthier happier you. However, less than 1 in 10 Americans actually commit to quitting successfully. We all know the risk it poses to not only our health but others around us, yet it's something we continue to partake in. It's true, it's not an easy process to tame those nicotine cravings, but with so many cigarette alternatives available it's easier now than ever before when you find what works for you. Want to know some of the best ways to quit smoking? Be sure to keep reading to find out more. Nicotine Patch The most common type of cigarette alternative, patches have existed since the mid-nineteen eighties and were widely used to help people all over the w...

Sixty-four percent of the United States population is fully vaccinated against COVID-19. It's an important step towards ending the pandemic. But, COVID-19 vaccine mandates have caused hiccups for some professional sports players, including Kyrie Irving. So, how has Kyrie Irving's vaccine status caused problems for the NBA and the Brooklyn Nets? Read on to learn about Kyrie Irving's vaccination status. Kyrie Irving and the COVID-19 Vaccine Kyrie Irving has refused to get any version of the COVID-19 vaccine, despite NBA rules about the vaccine and public health recommendations. This means that Kyrie Irving is banned from playing home games for the Brooklyn Nets. But, he is allowed to play away games based on the rules for each area. Irving was initially banned from playing at all. How...

There’s no denying that stress impacts your body and mind, and the more stress you feel, the worse it gets. But there are healthy ways to cope with stress, such as meditation, exercise, or deep breathing exercises. While stress will always be a part of life, there are ways to help cope with it so that it does not negatively affect your life and health. Here are five ways to cope healthily with stress so that you can continue to live well in your hectic day-to-day life. Negative ways that people cope with stress Drinking, smoking, and eating unhealthily: There are all sorts of unhealthy coping mechanisms we employ when under stress. Perhaps you’ve grown accustomed to having a drink after work or smoking a cigarette during your lunch break. While temporary relief may come from these...

The benefits of good management for private healthcare practices are extensive. With good management, your practice will be more efficient and profitable. It is crucial to have good management to succeed in the competitive medical field these days. It is a good thing that private healthcare practices have plenty of opportunities to maximize good management. For example, practice management software can help implement good management. Eventually, a private healthcare practice can grow and thrive because of good management practices. Why Good Management Matters As a healthcare practice owner, you want to be as successful as possible. However, being a healthcare practitioner can be difficult. After all, you need to attend to patients' concerns and needs. You might have a go...

Did you know that almost two-thirds of Americans have either tried CBD, are familiar with it, or use it regularly? With more and more states legalizing marijuana products, CBD has penetrated the market and companies are running with the popularity. If you are just getting started with CBD, you may ask yourself questions like, how long does CBD stay in your system? Here is a brief guide to taking CBD, the benefits of CBD, and some of the best CBD products that you can use. What is CBD Like? When you think of marijuana, you might automatically think of THC. This is the compound in marijuana that gets you "high." However, CBD is used more for pain relief and management. CBD products come in edible form, and also topical products that you can apply directly to your skin. You can get CBD ...