by Kelli Young | Oct 5, 2026 | Consumer Tips
What to Know About This Year’s Flu Season In the United States, influenza (flu) season lasts from October through May, with peak flu activity between December and March. What’s more, flu season in the Southern Hemisphere often indicates what’s to come in the United...
by Kelli Young | Sep 1, 2026 | Consumer Tips
Cholesterol & You Cholesterol is a substance in your blood that your body needs to build cells; yet, too much can pose a problem. Cholesterol travels through the blood on proteins called lipoproteins. There are two types: Low-density lipoprotein (LDL), known as...
by Kelli Young | Aug 3, 2026 | Consumer Tips
5 Ways to Sleep Better in the Summer A good night’s sleep is crucial for overall health and well-being, but as the days grow longer and temperatures rise, many people find falling and staying asleep increasingly difficult. The increase in daylight hours delays your...
by Kelli Young | Jul 1, 2026 | Consumer Tips
UV Index and Sun Safety Spending time outdoors can be great for your health and well-being, but protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays is important. One of the most effective ways to do this is to understand and use the UV index, a daily...
by Kelli Young | Jun 1, 2026 | Consumer Tips
Explore the Great Outdoors Spending even a few moments outside daily can significantly improve your physical health by reducing muscle tension, regulating sleep and improving your work performance. Experiencing the outdoors—specifically, green spaces—can also provide...
by Kelli Young | May 4, 2026 | Consumer Tips
Breaking Down Mental Health Stigma May is Mental Health Month, a national health observance dedicated to shedding light on mental health conditions and fostering understanding and support for those experiencing them. According to the National Alliance on Mental...
