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Tips for making (and keeping) a New Year's resolution

December 1, 2021 by Methodist Healthcare

Thinking about your New Year's Resolution? Here's our tips for making (and keeping) them.

tags: healthmatters , healthriskassessment , holiday , newyears , newyearsresolution

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How to handle your grief during the holidays

December 1, 2021

The holidays can amplify feelings of loss. Here are some ways to process your grief this season.

tags: behavioralhealth , complicatedgrief , depression , grief

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Holiday travel tips during COVID-19

November 30, 2021

Avoid ruining your holiday with these COVID-19 travel tips for you and your family.

tags: covid19 , holiday , holidaysafety , holidaytravel , pandemic

Avoid these holiday hazards to stay safe

November 15, 2021

During the holidays, emergency rooms see a seasonal spike of common accidents. Find out what you can do to stay safe and merry.

tags: covid-19 , emergency care , emergency room , holidays , safety

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Fall prevention: Avoid serious injury with these...

September 21, 2021

Falls are the number one cause of injury among older adults, but 70% of falls are preventable. Avoid serious injury with these five tips.

tags: balance , elderly , fall , fallprevention , hazard , injury , medication

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9 of the worst health mistakes men make

September 6, 2021

6 out of 10 men don't go to the doctor when they should. But do you know the real consequences of that startling statistic?

tags: menshealth , preventativehealth , screenings , substanceabuse

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Top ten health tips for women

September 6, 2021

No matter if you're young, pregnant, or post-menopausal, we've got you covered with these top ten health tips for women.

tags: anxiety , calcium , caregiver , cervicalcancer , cpr-saves-lives , discrimination , harassment , heartdisease , hormones , hpv , medication , menopause , obgyn , osteoporosis , pregnancy , riskfactors , teenager , womenshealth

How Having a Pet Can Help Your Mental Health

September 3, 2021

Having a pet can do more than just keep you active. It can also improve your emotional and mental health. Here's how...

tags: behavioralhealth , dogs , healthandwellness , mentalhealth , pets

Do weighted blankets really work?

September 3, 2021

Weighted blankets have been known to help people with sensory conditions sleep better, and they may hold sleep benefits for you, too.

tags: autism , insomnia , sleep , sleep center , sleep disorders , weighted blanket

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5 Self-Care Day Ideas

September 3, 2021

When's the last time you prioritized yourself? Here are five self-care ideas to help you slow down and enjoy the benefits of "me time."

tags: #behavioralhealth , healthandwellness , mentalhealth , selfcare

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The COVID-19 Vaccine and Breastfeeding: What we...

August 2, 2021

If a nursing mom gets vaccinated against COVID-19, her baby might get some protection against the disease.

tags: breastfeeding , covid , covid-19 , nursing , vaccine

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Are you getting enough water or too much?

August 2, 2021

Are you drinking too much water or not enough? Here's how to tell.

tags: healthmatters , hydrate , hydration , water

6 healthy habits for kids going back to school

August 2, 2021

As kids return to school this fall during COVID-19, here are some tips to help them remain safe and healthy.

tags: back to school , covid-19 , new mom journey , pediatrics

5 tips to prevent back pain at work

August 2, 2021

It's no surprise we experience back pain at work with hours spent sitting, standing, or lifting heavy objects. Here are some tips to help.

tags: back , backpain , chronicpain , injury , work

Don't shrug off shoulder pain

August 2, 2021

Achy shoulders? Find out what causes shoulder pain, how it's treated and why you shouldn't ignore pain in your shoulders.

tags: healthmatters , jointcare , orthopedics , orthopedicsurgery , shoulderpain

What's a health risk assessment?

August 2, 2021

Health risk assessments are quick and effective tools to help you understand your risk factors for a number of conditions.

tags: health , health matters , health risk assessment , hra , risk

Sports physicals 101: Who needs them and why

August 2, 2021

Although they're a yearly part of the back to school routine, sports physicals important. Here's why.

tags: orthopedics , sportsmedicine , sportsphysicals , urgentcare , via

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Self-care tips for new moms: Better for you and...

August 1, 2021

Self-care for new moms is good for you and your new baby. Here are a few tips on treating your self with kindness and healthy choices.

tags: maternity , newmom , newmomjourney , pediatrics , selfcare

5 Ways to Keep Kids Safe in the Summer Heat

July 1, 2021

Summer heat can be dangerous for anyone, but kids can overheat even faster than adults. These 5 steps will help keep your kids safe.

tags: heat , kids , summer , summer health , summer heat

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Questions about product safety during pregnancy

July 1, 2021

Are the products you use safe when pregnant? From cosmetics to household cleaners, we have answers.

tags: momstobe , pediatrics , pregnancy , pregnancysafeproducts , pregnant

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Healthy sleep tips for new moms and babies

July 1, 2021

With a new baby you're probably missing out on a lot of sleep. Here are tips to help you and your baby get the most sleep you can.

tags: healthysleep , newmom , pediatrics , sleep , sleeptips

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Can eating red and processed meats really cause...

June 8, 2021

Red and processed meats may up our cancer risk. Read more to find out whether or not you need to change your diet.

tags: colorectalcancer , diet , healthmatters , redmeat

Why you should always say 'no' to tobacco

June 8, 2021

Tobacco is harmful in countless ways to your health. Read how you can improve your health if you quit smoking today.

tags: cigar , cigars , e-cigarettes , hookah , lung cancer , nicotine , quit smoking , quitting smoking , smokeless tobacco , smoking , tobacco , vaping

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Is your anxiety normal or a sign of something ...

May 3, 2021

Anxiety can be a normal part of life, but excessive worry isn't. How can you tell if your anxiety is a more serious health issue?

tags: anxiety , anxiety disorder , behavior health

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6 Healthy habits for spring

April 5, 2021

Spring fever? This seasonal condition can help you feel happier and get healthier.

tags: er , fser , healthyeating , seasonal , spring , springfever

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COVID-19: What's your risk level for everyday ...

February 8, 2021

Rather than pressing pause on everyday activities until COVID-19 is over, is there a way to safely go out to eat or get that haircut?

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , healthmatters

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How working too much affects your heart

February 1, 2021

If you're regularly clocking a 60 hour work week, the toll is more than just emotional: Those long hours may also be harmful for your heart.

tags: cardiology , cpr-saves-lives , heart , heartmonth , stroke , worklifebalance

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Heart failure and heart rhythm: How they're connected

January 25, 2021

The heart acts as a pump for the body, beating about 3 billion times in an average lifetime. But what happens if the heart loses power?

tags: arrhythmia , cardiology , cpr-saves-lives , heart , heart failure , stroke

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