I love to laugh. In fact, I crack myself up (a habit that my friends and family may not enjoy as much as I do). I think most of us feel it is fun to laugh. But did you know that laughing can improve your health? Laughing can help your brain, your heart, your mental […]
Managing Healthcare
Can You Trust At-Home Medical Tests?
For decades, diabetics have tested their blood sugar levels at home, and women have tested for pregnancy at home. But COVID-19 brought self-testing into the homes of most Americans. Certainly, the widespread use of these fast, convenient COVID tests showed us the benefits of at-home medical tests, including the ability to skip a potentially expensive, […]
Can you Trust Medical Information on Facebook? Not Always!
Can you trust medical information on Facebook? Not without careful consideration! Billions use the internet for medical information. Unfortunately, there is a lot of false or misleading health information available online, and it can be surprisingly hard to tell the difference between true and false information. Facebook, the biggest social network in the world, could have […]
Creating Art Can Help Patients
I think it’s safe to say that most of us enjoyed creating art as children. But how many of us continue making art throughout our adult years? Looks like we should all go back to the drawing board (pun intended!). Why? Creating art can help patients in a variety of ways. How? Making visual art, […]
10 Tips for a Better Medical Appointment
Certainly, your doctor impacts your health, as he/she works with you to identify and treat your ailments. Additionally, your doctor can lead you towards a healthier lifestyle. Needless to say, the quality of your appointments can impact your health care. But how can you have a great relationship with your doctor and get the best […]
