Bike to Work Day- Good for your body and the environment
May is Bike Month in my city. The Transit Authority is trying to inspire people in our community to use their bikes as their primary form of transportation instead of … Continued
Author: Wendy Roye
Avoid the doctor by living with allergic reactions
I’m a snacker. The recommended small 6 meals a day is what I try to follow, and my body thanks me for it. I never feel over-stuffed and I try … Continued
Travel tips to keep you healthy
I am preparing for a trip. My man is graduating and it is time to hit the road! It has been a good long year since we have taken a … Continued
Manage stress to maintain mental health
I have mentioned mental health on here many times before. I think maintaining your mental health is just as important as working on your physical health. This has come to … Continued
First Aid Basics Part II
Yesterday, I wrote about some of the big first aid basics everyone should know. Whether you are a mom or a single person, these lifesaving tips are important to learn. … Continued
Mental Health: Will insurance help?
Mental health has been on my mind a lot lately. It has been a stressful week at work. Extended hours in addition to some unforeseen hiccups have left me coming … Continued
Do’s and Dont’s of Alcohol
A few years ago a senator in my area made big waves about an alcohol wall. Yes, an alcohol wall. The wall was to be imposed on every restaurant so … Continued
10 Things Your Hospital Won’t Tell You, part 2
5) Your hospital might take your health care insurance, but certain specialists might not be included. When you are getting surgery you are attended to by multiple doctors, including your … Continued
When was your last health screening?
I spent my afternoon getting poked, pumped, measured and lectured. And I got $100 out of it. How? I get my inexpensive health insurance through my work. It was easy … Continued
10 Things Your Hospital Won’t Tell You
As a self professed news junkie, I can be found patrolling a variety of news sites multiple times a day. And I also love to read the newspaper in person … Continued
Study: parents with young children are more unhealthy than those without
I saw a friend proudly boast “I lost all of my baby weight!” There were hoards of comments congratulating her on her feat (and it is a feat) and she … Continued
Eating disorders: another addiction that affects your health insurance
Earlier this month I wrote about addiction and how to get help. As Charlie Sheen (a media favorite addict) is still making the rounds trying to capitalize on his media … Continued