There are certain things you can do prior to and after getting vaccinated that may help minimize some of the uncomfortable side effects. And rest assured: The following pieces of advice won’t hinder or lessen your immune response. You may take acetaminophen or ibuprofen. If medically appropriate, antipyretic or analgesic medications (acetaminophen and nonsteroidal

Americans are starting to drink a lot more water in recent years as the health concerns regarding sugar and soda are being more apparent. A 2016 study done by Beverage Marketing found that water consumption in the U.S. grew 120% between 2000 and 2015, while carbonated drinks fell 16% over the same period. Every

Happy 2021!!! Here in the North our coldest season is underway. The leaves have long since fallen and the snow is trying to stick. The sun does not rise until well after 6 and sets just after 5. The sidewalks are empty, except for the occasional runner or human taking their dog for a

We are all tired of being cooped up, tired of being careful, tired of being scared. We want life to go back to the way it was before. Is this making some of us careless? "This is a real challenge," said Kaye Hermanson, UC Davis Health psychologist in the Department of Physical Medicine and

Are you concerned about the impact plastic bottled water has had on the environment? How do we know if our tap water is pure, and what can we do to ensure it is free of contaminants? People filter their water for many reasons, but primarily it comes down to tho categories: filtering for taste

Staying hydrated proves to be difficult for most people. With summer behind us, we are sweating less but does that mean our hydration needs to change? Staying hydrated in the cooler months is just as important than staying hydrated in the summer. Staying hydrated in autumn is especially crucial: Fights Off Illness Your body

This time of year is always bittersweet- we hate saying goodbye to the long days of sunshine and outside gatherings with friends and family, but we love saying hello to warm sweaters and cuddling by the fireplace. When the seasons change, it is a great opportunity for us to take stock of where we