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Posted on October 8, 2018 - Getting our flu shot and proper hygiene go hand in hand—literally! Did you know that there is a recognition date devoted to the importance of washing our hands? On October 15, experts from around the world call attention to this important practice that can protect our own health, and that of others. For a quick refresher course on how and when to wash our hands, read “October 15 Is Global Handwashing Day.”

Posted on October 3, 2018 - Under the Affordable Care Act, large chain restaurants now are required to list calorie counts on menus. Many cities and states also have this requirement. How’s it working? A new study from Cornell University says it’s having a small but significant effect on diners.

Posted on October 1, 2018 - Cleaning up after a natural disaster such as Hurricane Florence has hazards of its own. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers some important tips for keeping safe and healthy as things get back to normal after this type of event.

Posted on September 26, 2018 - “Sarcopenia can be considered for muscle what osteoporosis is to bone,” says an expert in the New York Times. How can we retain muscle mass even into our later years?

Posted on September 25, 2018 - “Should I get my flu shot or take these herbs instead?” Here comes flu season—and the latest pitches from companies trying to sell us ineffectual and even dangerous products claiming to prevent or treat the flu. To learn about red flags to look out for, read “Inoculate Yourself Against Phony Flu Products.”