A potpourri of solutions to combat pandemic fatigue

Now that it’s been a full year since pandemic-related shutdowns and shelter-in-place began, we are all pretty much suffering from what’s been termed “Covid fatigue.” Even ... Read More

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Get your updates from reliable sources during the coronavirus pandemic

By Lynette Majer

With the current shelter-in-place order throwing our lives into a tailspin seemingly overnight, it probably comes as no surprise that we’ve not published our calendar of eve... Read More

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The lifestyle of a healthier immune system

By Thalia Farshchian

As the global effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue, many are searching for ways to support one’s immune system. Amidst the panic, it is important to be reminded that on his... Read More

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Health benefits of the holiday season

By Thalia Farshchian

As we enter the holiday season, we say goodbye to summer’s fresh berries, watermelons, and heirloom tomatoes only to say hello to pumpkins, sweet potatoes, pomegranates, and a ha... Read More

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Lyme disease: Growing awareness in the Bay Area

By Thalia Farshchian

Lyme disease has gained an increased awareness over the past several years as one of the fastest growing infectious diseases in the United States with 329,000 new cases each year. ... Read More

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Eating healthfully on the go

By Catherine Benton

June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month. Dedicated in 1991 to honor the height of the summer harvest, it is the best time of year for farmers’ markets and a great time ... Read More

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Tell Congress to make Alzheimer’s a priority

By Patty Burness

There are more than 16 million Americans caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, including 1.6 million in California alone. I am one of those people. I am respon... Read More

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How to unstack your stress with a daily celebration

By Catherine Benton

We are great at celebrating milestones in life. Today there are graduation ceremonies for preschool and kindergarten with the full cap and gown and a walk across the stage to pick ... Read More

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Seasonal transitions

By Catherine Benton

The human body undergoes changes seasonally that scientists are only recently able to observe. The human brain and our genes respond to fall and winter differently than they do to ... Read More

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Don’t worry, be pampered: Treat yourself to a spa day

By Julie Mitchell

With the frenzy of the elections in November, the state’s tragic wildfires, and the undeniable chaos that can hit during the holiday season, many of us are yearning for a break. ... Read More

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Making peace with fat

Changing American minds about their diets

By Thalia Farshchian

Americans have shunned fat in their diet, blaming it as the culprit for our obesity and heart disease. Unfortunately, these epidemics are still poorly managed, and research shows t... Read More

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Memory: The key to keeping with it

By Thalia Farshchian

It is estimated that 24 million people around the world suffer from dementia, and this number is predicted to double every 20 years until at least 2040. Brain conditions are not li... Read More

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Beyond weight loss: The importance of detoxing

By Thalia Farshchian

As the season of indulgence transitions into the new year, people often feel the need to reinstate balance and get back into a routine. Detoxification practices have become more ma... Read More

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Most common health questions asked during the holidays

By Christopher Bialecki

December marks one of the happiest months of the year; however, from family visits to holiday traveling, the season can also be stressful. It’s important to remember to focus on ... Read More

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Everything you need to know about urgent care

By Christopher Bialecki

Picture this: you’re cutting strawberries and you accidentally slice your thumb. The pain isn’t terrible, but the cut looks deep. It’s bleeding badly. So what do you do? Do y... Read More

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