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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Jun 9
- 1 min
Grilling Safety Tips – Live Well, Work Well June 2022
Read the June 2022 Live Well, Work Well newsletter with tips for grilling safely this summer and details on the EWG’s “Dirty Dozen”...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- May 4
- 2 min
Nip Seasonal Allergies in the Bud
More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies every year. In particular, springtime allergies are an annual nuisance for many...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Nov 3, 2021
- 2 min
5 Ways to Cope with Pandemic Re-entry Anxiety
With the COVID-19 vaccine becoming much more widely available across the country, the topic of returning to in-person work, school and...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Oct 7, 2021
- 2 min
UNDERSTANDING THE CORONAVIRUS DELTA VARIANT
The United States is experiencing a spike in COVID-10 cases, specifically in areas with low vaccination rates. A major reason for this...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Sep 24, 2021
- 2 min
Cholesterol and You
#fitfriday Did you know one in three American adults has high cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood. Your body...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Sep 15, 2021
- 2 min
Managing Work-from-Home (WFH) Paranoia
The shift to remote work has almost entirely eliminated the social aspects of the on-site workplace, which makes it difficult for many...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Aug 20, 2021
- 1 min
Summer Picnic Safety Tips
One of the best ways to celebrate summer is to get outside and enjoy good food with friends and family. As nationwide COVID-19 cases...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Aug 2, 2021
- 1 min
Leave Your Shoes at the Door
You may be tracking disease-causing germs into your home if you regularly keep your shoes on inside. Research found that the outside of...
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Ellie Porterfield
- Jul 14, 2021
- 15 min
First Time Pregnancy: Everything You Need To Know
Guest Blogger: Ellie Porterfield - Outreach Executive www.mominformed.com Becoming pregnant for the first time can be an incredibly...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Jun 30, 2021
- 1 min
The Importance of Preventive Care
Photo: Pixabay Seven out of 10 Americans die each year from chronic diseases, many of which are preventable. When preventive care is used...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- May 28, 2021
- 1 min
Fast Food and Heart Health
#fitfriday Fast food is highly processed and contains unhealthy trans fats, especially when food items are fried in oil. Eating fried...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- May 24, 2021
- 2 min
Self-care and Your Mental Health
More than half of adults in the United States will experience mental illness—which refers to a variety of conditions that affect one’s...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- May 4, 2021
- 1 min
Skin Cancer and You
One in 5 Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime. That makes skin cancer the most common cancer in the United...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Apr 16, 2021
- 1 min
Mental Health Support During the Pandemic
#fitfriday Rarely has there been a greater need for mental health support than now. Before the pandemic, there were already shortages of...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Apr 5, 2021
- 1 min
Alcohol Awareness Month During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Alcohol Awareness Month During the COVID-19 Pandemic Observed every April, Alcohol Awareness Month is meant to raise awareness about...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Mar 29, 2021
- 1 min
Properly Cleaning Your Earbuds
Listen up! Earbud use can lead to health issues such as excessive earwax, ear pain, ringing in the ears or infections. Dirt, debris and...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Mar 1, 2021
- 1 min
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Colorectal cancer can affect everyone, regardless of race, age or gender. It’s one of the leading causes of death in the United States,...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Feb 22, 2021
- 1 min
Dealing With Job Burnout During the Pandemic
Common job stressors include heavy workload, lack of work-life balance and job security concerns. If left unaddressed, burnout—which is...
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Karl J. Ruth Jr.
- Feb 18, 2021
- 1 min
Don’t Delay Preventive Care
The once-a-year checkup has been considered a standard of health care, but many people may be putting off routine appointments during the...
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