September is Sexual Health Awareness Month which is dedicated to promoting knowledge about sexually transmitted diseases, safe sex, and sexual assault. In an effort to eliminate the stigmatism surrounding discussing sexual health topics open and honest dialogue, spreading awareness, and...
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Most Effective Face Masks
Duke University recently published a study that compared the different types of face masks and coverings. Surprisingly, there are some masks that are actually not as effective and possibly one type of mask in particular that can spread the virus...
Homemade Apple Raisin Slaw Recipe
Do you need a healthy side for an upcoming socially distanced picnic? Check out this delicious summer time recipe! Ingredients: ½ cup light sour cream (for a healthier option, substitute 0% fat plain Greek yogurt) 3 tablespoons reduced or low...
Healthy Diet, Healthy Teeth
So many of us believe that our eating habits can only affect our weight but oral health and nutrition are closely related. Particularly how much sugar we eat has a direct impact on our oral health. The World Health Organization...
Keeping Your Teeth Clean in Quarantine
So many of us have been doing EVERYTHING at home for the last 3 months! Working from home. Attending classes at home. Exercising at home. Celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, and graduations all from our homes. Even doctors’ appointments are at home....
5 things you need to know about Hep C
Over 2 million Americans have Hepatitis C. Are you one of them? May is Hepatitis Awareness Month. Debra Oliver, APN, and coordinator for Project ACCESS, talks about Hepatitis C with AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer JoAnn Whetsell. Q1: What is hepatitis? Hepatitis...