The benefits of donating blood
Overview There’s no end to the benefits of donating blood for those who need it. According to the American Red Cross, one donation can save as many as…
Healthy Living
Getting sunlight in winter
How to get vitamin D in winter from sunshine and why it matters Winter often means shorter days, cold winds, and more time spent indoors. And with CO…
Drugs not covered by medicare insurance
Drugs not covered by medicare insurance Sometimes, people enrolled in Medicare may find that their insurance doesn’t pay for a drug that their doctor …
7 Healthy medication habits for 2021
New Year's resolution: 7 healthy medication habits for 2021 Every year, health goals top the list of New Year’s resolutions, a fact demonstrated by th…
Can Zoloft (sertraline) cause nausea?
Nausea is one of the potential side effects of the prescription antidepressant drug Zoloft. Zoloft is the brand name for the generic drug sertraline. …
Can you stop taking Flonase abruptly?
You may have heard that using decongestant nasal sprays can cause an “addiction” — after the spray wears off, the user may experience even worse conges…
What are the benefits of CoQ10?
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is an antioxidant produced naturally by your body. Found in almost every cell in your body, CoQ10 is used for energy production wi…
Talking to loved ones about depression and anxiety
Talking to a friend or a family member about their mental health is never easy. It can be hard to start a conversation about depression or anxiety. As…
Why more people may experience seasonal affective disorder this year
While fall brings about colorful leaves and cooler weather, it can also cause seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of recurrent depression that te…
Holiday travel can quickly spread COVID-19: what to know before you go
All data and statistics are based on publicly available data at the time of publication. Some information may be out of date. Crowded ter…