Enjoy healthy lunch selections at the IGC Cafeteria
Do you ever forget to pack your lunch or find yourself resorting to fast food and unhealthy lunch options? Do you notice you fall into unhealthy habits due to limited time? Jenna McClean, Registered Dietitian and Health Coach at the Health and Wellness Center, is available to speak with you about how you can improve … Read More »
Posted by Jenna McClean, RD on February 18, 2015
Understanding rhinitis and seasonal allergies
Rhinitis refers to inflammation of the nasal passages. This inflammation can cause a variety of annoying symptoms, including sneezing, itching, nasal congestion, runny nose and postnasal drip. Brief episodes of rhinitis are usually caused by respiratory tract infections with viruses (e.g., the common cold). Chronic rhinitis is usually caused by allergies, but it can also … Read More »
Posted by Almitra Thomas, MD, RPh
Join Health and Wellness Center team for free heart healthy presentation
Do you or someone you love have concerns about heart disease? Join the Health and Wellness Center team 11:30 a.m. Monday, February 23 in the Indiana Government Center – South auditorium for a one-hour presentation on identifying and living with cardiovascular disease. Topics covered include: Background information on cardiovascular disease and the specific types Statistics … Read More »
Posted by Jeff on February 11, 2015
Heads up on sinusitis
Sinusitis is inflammation (swelling) of the lining of the sinuses and nose. The sinuses are the hollow areas within the facial bones that are connected to the nasal opening. They are lined with mucous membranes, similar to the inside of the nose. There are two main types of sinusitis: acute and chronic. Acute sinusitis is … Read More »
Posted by Almitra Thomas, MD, RPh
February is American Heart Month: Let’s be Heart Smart!
According to the Centers for Disease Control, cardiovascular disease is the number 1 killer of females and males in the United States. Many of these deaths could have been prevented through healthy lifestyle habits and better management of conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes. You can take control of many of these risk … Read More »
Posted by Jenna McClean, RD on February 4, 2015
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