Most people know that smoking is bad for them, but it seems as though few know how to quit. The key to successfully quitting smoking is being prepared. The following tips are from Smokefree.gov. Pick a Quit Date When it comes to choosing a quit date, sooner is always better than later. Avoid picking a day…
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Water and hydration always seem to be a hot topic when our summers days get warmer. Learn how you can stay hydrated and healthy with these tips. Signs of dehydration: Feeling thirsty. It’s important to point out that once you are thirsty, you are already dehydrated. Fatigue, low energy or feeling…
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Did you know hearing loss from noise exposure is 100 percent preventable? Approximately 5.2 million adolescents ages 6-19 have hearing loss induced by excessive noise exposure. Noise exposure has increased primarily from early exposure to loud level sounds from MP3, gaming systems and the like. With noise induced hearing loss, the results may be sudden or may…
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According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, sleep is increasingly recognized as important to public health and safety, with sleep deprivation associated with injuries, mental illness, poor quality of life and well-being, increased health care costs and lost work productivity. People who don’t sleep well also are more likely to suffer from…
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Eating or drinking unclean food and water can make you sick with travelers’ diarrhea and other diseases. You are at risk if you travel internationally, especially to developing countries. Reduce your risk by sticking to these safe food and water habits. Additional Resources: UofL Physicians – Vaccine and International Travel Center Center’s for Disease Control…
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