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Sleep Well Not getting enough sleep can cause you to be sleepy during the day. It can make you less able to function. Snoring and sleep disorders can cause these problems, too. Insomnia Signs & Symptoms * Having trouble falling asleep. Waking up in the middle of the night. Waking up too early and not […]
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SleepWell® Program Week 1 Insomnia includes problems falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early. It is normal to have a bad night of sleep every now and then. Occasional poor sleep becomes insomnia when this pattern continues for several weeks AND fatigue or feeling drowsy during the day occurs due to lack of
Sleep Well Do You Have Insomnia? Answer these questions: 1. Do you have trouble falling asleep? 2. Do you have problems staying asleep? 3. Do you wake up too early and can’t get back to sleep? 4. Do any of these problems last at least 3 weeks? If you answered yes to number 4, answer
Nutrition Recommended amounts for some nutrients, such as calcium, are called adequate intakes (AIs). These are the amounts that appear to provide what is needed for good health. Note: Ask your doctor how much calcium you should get each day. If you are at risk for osteoporosis, ask, too, if you might benefit from medications
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MEDICAL NEWS A stroke occurs when oxygen flow to the brain is disrupted. Within minutes of a stroke, brain cells begin to die from lack of oxygen. As more cells die, parts of the brain become damaged and may no longer function properly. Three main types of strokes * Ischemic stroke is caused by a
WORK LIFE Your skin is the largest organ on your body, and it has important functions. When it’s healthy, your skin helps: * Regulate your body’s temperature * Keep invaders like bacteria and fungus out * Protect you from the elements, such as cold and sun Your job & your skin Your skin needs care
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SELF-CARE CORNER The skin is the largest organ of the body. Yet, it is easy to overlook what is literally right in front of you when you look in the mirror every day. Regularly examining your skin, including the hard-to-reach places, gives you early notice that you should visit a dermatologist. Catching concerns early makes
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SELF-CARE CORNER Heel pain is the most common foot and ankle problem. Often, a sore heel is not serious. But if you ignore it and keep using the foot, it could get worse. When it comes to heel pain, the first clue is where the heel hurts. Pain at the bottom of the heel is
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SELF-CARE CORNER Healthy blood is designed to clot. When blood clots, it prevents heavy bleeding. But, if a clot happens inside a vein, it can be dangerous. This is called a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Sometimes, the blood clot may move through the body and get stuck in the lungs. This is called a pulmonary
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MEDICAL NEWS In 2019, the U.S. has seen the biggest measles outbreak since 1994. Measles was declared eliminated in the year 2000, but in recent years measles has come back. This outbreak is due to two main factors: 1. Many people travel abroad. They may travel to a place where measles is common. They catch
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