Health & Wellness Home Blog Health & Wellness 11/20/2021 Experienced Loss? Honor Your Emotions this Holiday Season The holiday season is an exciting but often challenging time, especially for people who’ve experienc ... 11/01/2021 5 Tips to Cope with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) 10/11/2021 Protect Yourself and Your Community: Get Your Flu Vaccine This fall, it’s more important than ever to stay safe and healthy. The COVID-19 pandemic makes getti ... 08/31/2021 Back-to-School Tips 4 Tips to Get your Family Ready for Back to School from EmblemHealth 08/25/2021 Make Time for Your Mental Health These days, caring for your mental health is more important than ever before. 08/13/2021 Smoking Cessation According to the CDC, more than 16 million Americans are living with a disease caused by smoking. 08/04/2021 Back to College: Staying Healthy on Campus Many young adults will soon be moving to college campuses. Whether it’s your first time away from ho ... 06/28/2021 Keeping an Eye on Your Vision Health Your eyes are an important, but often overlooked, part of your overall health. Learn what you can do ... 06/21/2021 Why Shop at a Farmers Market Learn more about EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care's seasonal farmers market in East New York. 05/24/2021 What You Need to Know About Lyme Disease Spending more time outdoors? Check out these tips for how to help prevent tick bites and Lyme disease. 05/11/2021 Managing Social Anxiety After COVID-19 The isolation of social distancing may have caused or enhanced feelings of social anxiety. Learn how ... 03/17/2021 Sleep Isn't a Luxury; It's a Necessity In honor of National Sleep Week, we'll be talking about the importance of sleep, how much sleep you ... 03/05/2021 Beat the Seasonal Blahs We've got tips for managing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which is most common in the winter, b ... 03/03/2021 Colon Cancer The key to fighting colon cancer is prevention and early detection. Learn what to look for and why y ... 02/23/2021 Exercise after COVID-19 Even if you've only had a mild case of COVID-19, doctors suggest a slow return to physical activity. 02/08/2021 My COVID-19 Vaccine Experience By Dr. Leon Kurtz, AdvantageCare Physicians Dr. Kurtz, SVP of Specialty Services at our subsidiary AdvantageCare Physicians, describes his exper ... 02/01/2021 Family History and Heart Health Here are some steps you can take to keep your heart healthy. 01/26/2021 Caution Fatigue & the COVID-19 Vaccine Why you still need to be vigilant, regardless of the new vaccines. 12/22/2020 Tips to Help With Holiday Stress We may love the holidays, but that doesn’t mean they're easy. This year, in particular, it's importa ... 12/21/2020 Rich & Healthy Gingerbread Hot Chocolate Traditional hot chocolate is high in sugar, so we wanted to share a healthier – but equally deliciou ... 12/11/2020 5 Reasons Young, Healthy People Still Need Health Insurance You’re under 40, you don’t go to the doctor much, you wear a mask in public, and there are lots of u ... 12/03/2020 Doing All You Can? Not if You Don’t Get a Flu Shot. Even though you're taking COVID-19 safety precautions, you should still get a flu shot this year. 11/16/2020 Know Before You Go: COVID-19 & Holiday Travel Ask yourself these important questions before traveling this season. 11/02/2020 Flu vs. Cold vs. COVID-19 By Wayne Rawlins, MD, MBA Flu season is here and COVID-19 remains a threat. So, what should you do if you feel ill and wonder, ... 10/01/2020 Commuting Safely in the COVID-19 Pandemic Continue to stay safe by following these tips on your next commute. 09/01/2020 How to Recognize the Signs and Symptoms of Suicidal Behavior Suicide continues to be a serious public health issue in America and affects people of all ages and ... 08/14/2020 Don’t Sweat It: Answers to Your Questions about Perspiration If you've ever felt self-conscious about how much you sweat, this post explains why perspiration is ... 08/03/2020 Drink Up, Avoid Dehydration Water is an essential nutrient that plays an important role in many of your body’s natural functions ... 07/24/2020 Working From Home Survival Guide How to stay well while working from home. 07/20/2020 Coping with COVID-19 “Caution Fatigue” Why does it feel harder to follow health and safety protocols as the COVID-19 outbreak continues? 07/13/2020 The Science Behind Sunburns Do you know why skin gets burnt from too much sun? Read on to find out. 07/01/2020 9 Tips for Getting Back into a Healthy Routine Advice from a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist to help you get back on track. 06/03/2020 Socially Distant Summer Fun Stay safe and healthy while enjoying these outdoor activities with your friends. 05/22/2020 Memorial Day Sweet Potato Fries The perfect healthy side dish to liven up your holiday weekend. 05/20/2020 Honoring Life Events While Social Distancing Tips for finding new ways to celebrate holidays and milestones from an AdvantageCare Physicians lice ... 05/08/2020 3 Tips To Practice Family Mindfulness at Home How busy, working parents can practice mindfulness with kids. 04/29/2020 Helpful Tips for Diabetics During the COVID-19 Outbreak According to the CDC, individuals with diabetes are considered more vulnerable to COVID-19 than the ... 04/24/2020 Telemedicine: Tips for your Appointment Have a virtual doctor's visit coming up? Follow these tips to make the most of it. 04/14/2020 9 Safety Tips for Grocery Shopping During the Coronavirus Out ... Wondering if you should go to the grocery store right now? If you can, try not to; having groceries ... 04/01/2020 Tips for Taking Care of Your Mental Health During the COVID-1 ... By Dr. Seth Resnick, AdvantageCare Physicians Advice from AdvantageCare Physicians Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Dr. Seth Resnick. 03/23/2020 Quick & Delicious Dinners for Families Tasty, simple recipes the whole family can make together. 03/19/2020 Coronavirus: Helpful Tips for Looking After Your Mental Health By Dr. Seth Resnick, AdvantageCare Physicians Dr. Seth Resnick, Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at AdvantageCare Physicians, shares help ... 03/17/2020 5 Tips for Staying Healthy & Active as a Family During th ... With school closures happening across the country in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak ... 03/09/2020 Understanding Endometriosis Learn more about the signs, symptoms, and treatments for endometriosis. 03/05/2020 Five Quick Breakfast Recipes for Kids We’re celebrating National Nutrition Month with healthy, easy-to-make breakfasts. Check out these qu ... 03/05/2020 Improving the Quality of Your Sleep Do you try to go to bed at 10 p.m. and wake up at 6 a.m. to ensure you get your recommended hours of ... 02/03/2020 Statins: What are They and Who Needs Them? You may never have heard the word “statin” before, but if you or a loved one are at risk for heart a ... 11/27/2019 Diabetes-Friendly Brownies These delicious brownies are low in carbs, gluten-free, sugar-free – and guilt-free! 11/25/2019 COPD: What You Need to Know to Breathe Easy Did you know that Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death i ... 11/04/2019 A Caregiver’s Checklist November is National Family Caregivers Month. Nearly 50 million Americans will provide care to a chr ... 10/14/2019 Flu-Fighting Soup We’ve all heard about the magical healing power of chicken noodle soup when you’re under the weather ... 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