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Avoiding an Asthma Attack Avoiding an Asthma Attack
Avoiding an Asthma Attack It isn’t always clear why some people have asthma and others do not. What we do know, however, is that it’s probably due to a combination of environment and genetics. Asthma can’t be cured, but its symptoms can be controlled. What is Asthma? Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus. This makes breathing difficult, and triggers coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. For some people, asthma is an annoyance, while for others, it can be a major issue that may lead to a life-threatening asthma attack. What Triggers Asthma? Exposure to certain irr…
Here’s How To Get Your Kids Away From Screens And Playing Outside Here’s How To Get Your Kids Away From Screens And Playing Outside
Here’s How To Get Your Kids Away From Screens And Playing Outside Dear Doctor: Like many families, we are coming off a few months with the kids cooped up inside. Summer is officially in full swing, but camp and other summer sports are either canceled or curtailed, and I’m becoming concerned with keeping my kids physically active. What strategies can I use to get them off their screens and outside without turning into a 24/7 nag? Signed, “Housebound But Hopeful” Dear Housebound: While the shuttering of summer activities might seem like the end of the world both for you and your kids, there are plenty of ways you can recreate the outdoor experience so th…
Burnout Declared A Health Crisis According To Harvard, Health Organizations Burnout Declared A Health Crisis According To Harvard, Health Organizations
Burnout Declared A Health Crisis According To Harvard, Health Organizations Are you emotionally exhausted, cynical and feeling hopeless? You could be experiencing burnout, which is now being considered a legitimate public health crisis by Harvard as well as several health organizations. Burnout is more than just having a tough day or week — psychologist Sheryl Ziegler, the author of “Mommy Burnout,” published last year, describes the condition as “chronic stress gone awry.” What’s more is that anyone can experience burnout — from parents to doctors and other high-stress daily duties, rates are on the rise across the board. A survey among Human Resources leade…