The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone 2 years old and older wear a cloth face covering that covers their nose and mouth when they are out in the community. UofL Hospital’s Center for Women & Infants reminds parents that cloth face coverings should NOT be put on babies or children younger…
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In order to limit potential exposure to COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends reducing the number of shopping trips you make, which often means buying more when you shop. Plan your grocery list ahead to make the most of your grocery trip. To avoid food waste, look for shelf-stable and frozen…
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If you have a condition that impacts your lungs—like asthma, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis, pulmonary fibrosis or even allergies—breathing freely can be a daily struggle. While perfect functioning may not always be possible, there are some common-sense actions you can take to reduce your difficulties and flare ups. And many of them…
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With so many urgent headlines about the COVID epidemic, the 2020-2021 flu season can easily get lost in the shuffle. But make no mistake about it, getting your flu shot this year is just as important as ever. Maybe even more so. Let’s talk about why. COVID and the flu are not the same thing….
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New moms have a lot of tough decisions to make. Do you use formula or breastfeed? Do you stay at home or go back to work? If you happen to be in the “breastfeeding and going back to work” category, here are some tips to make breastfeeding (and pumping) more successful. Make sure your baby…
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