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… fall and winter. But are you doing it enough? Are you doing it correctly? And when it comes to killing germs, how does washing with soap and water compare with using hand sanitizer?  Take a few moments to brush up your hand hygiene know-how.    Hand Hygiene and Your Health You may be tempted to … your hands. Not so fast.  As a general rule, washing your hands with soap and water is your best defense against germs, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) . …

… like your balance and walking, are dependent on well-functioning feet. Walking is one of the best exercises for your entire body, as well as your feet. Flexibility and resistance exercises are other great ways to keep your feet healthy. When flexibility and strength are compromised, there is more of a risk … circles in the air. Start with one foot and do 15-20 circles and then alternate to the left side and do the same. First move your toes clockwise, then do a set on both sides moving …

… (BMI). Perhaps you even know yours. BMI is a measurement of a person’s weight in relation to their height. BMI ranges are: Underweight: Less than 18.5 Normal: 18.5 to 24.9 Overweight: 25 … is uncomfortable for a lot of people. For many, it’s a self-esteem issue – they don’t like the way they look. But the fat you can’t see can be even more concerning. Fatty liver disease is a … and make sure the majority of your meals consist of fresh fruits and vegetables. Despite your best of efforts, though, sometimes underlying issues can prevent you from losing weight. Don’t …

… is more complex.    A lesbian relationship In a lesbian relationship, the simplest path to conception is for one partner to undergo intrauterine insemination (IUI), using sperm from a … (usually a two-week process) associated with cryopreservation.    Know your options The only way to determine which path is best for you and your family is to learn about your options. If you identify as LGBTQ+ and are …

… The CDC’s recommendation of the first updated COVID-19 booster seems to be spurring more questions than ever regarding safety, efficacy and timing. Should you get it? If so, why and when? If you have questions and want more information before rolling up … compared to the previous one? A: This modified booster, or bivalent vaccine, is made the same way and with the same technology as prior COVID-19 vaccines. The difference is that it offers …

… We’re likely all familiar with what a heart attack is – occurring when blood flow to the heart is blocked or reduced. But if you’re a woman reading this right now, ask yourself: … come and go) Nausea and vomiting Cold, clammy sweating While about two-thirds of women still get the classic chest pain symptoms, it can be downright deadly when they start to believe that … call 911 immediately. While many women might try to avoid taking an ambulance, it’s a person’s best shot at survival. Quite possibly the difference between life and death. …

… Jean Faber, MA, is the corporate director for  Best Care EAP  and has over 30 years of experience in the areas of employee assistance, training and consulting. She has been with Best Care EAP since 1989 and oversees all aspects of Best Care EAP and associated programs.  …

… In “Why I Came, Why I Stayed,” you’ll get to know people who are making a difference every day at Methodist and how they contribute to … engagement scores. This organization is guided by physicians who feel Methodist is the best place to practice medicine, and they are actively engaged in its growth and governance.   …

… The desire to care for others began early, at the age of 10, and while in high school at Bryan High School … to talk to and I want to be that person. I see my patients as friends and family and I want to get them through those times – both good and bad.” In building that doctor-patient relationship, … learning about them as a person. It’s about tailoring that care to the patient – making it fit best for them and doing it as a partnership, not just playing one role or the other.” Dr. Swim is …

… re-engaging in normal social and peer interactions. She takes a highly individualized approach to supporting them and others. “We work to identify the areas where they’re struggling socially or academically, help them cope with their symptoms and build a toolbox of skills they can use to adjust to changes,” Lord said. Last year, the program’s counselors conducted more than 8,100 …