Key TakeawaysExperts say you may not have to skip your workout if you have COVID-19, but they do recommend that you give your body and immune system time to rest and recover.If you test positive for COVID or have symptoms, you should avoid going to the gym and other public spaces to prevent spreading the virus to others.You’ll want to hold off on exercising if you have a fever, congestion, chest pain, and shortness of breath....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptoms and RisksEmploymentWork AdaptationsSSDI BenefitsMeeting Medical CriteriaFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms and Risks Employment Work Adaptations SSDI Benefits Meeting Medical Criteria Frequently Asked Questions Whether you can work with osteoporosis depends on many things. For example, how advanced it is, the type of work you do, and whether you can make safe workplace adjustments.Early on, most people don’t know they haveosteoporosis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsInfection DangersFungal and Mold RisksHow to Avoid InfectionCPAP Sanitizers Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Infection Dangers Fungal and Mold Risks How to Avoid Infection CPAP Sanitizers When you use acontinuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machineto treatsleep apnea, there’s a potential risk of infection, includingsinus infectionsandpneumonia. Thankfully this risk is extremely low. And there are many proven benefits of using CPAP to treat sleep apnea, which include improved blood pressure, reduced daytime sleepiness, and better mood, cognitive function, and quality of life....

Key TakeawaysWorkplace vaccine mandates can be legal, but it depends on several factors.If vaccines are required, employers must ensure employees have the opportunity to be vaccinated.Incentivizing people to get vaccinated has shown to be more effective than mandates and comes with fewer legal troubles. Key Takeaways Workplace vaccine mandates can be legal, but it depends on several factors.If vaccines are required, employers must ensure employees have the opportunity to be vaccinated....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsTreatmentPreventionProtectionWhen to Contact a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Treatment Prevention Protection When to Contact a Healthcare Provider A day of boating, snowboarding, or just working in the yard can lead to sunburned eyes if you are not careful. Sun damage to the eyes, known asphotokeratitis, happens when your eyes get sunburned from ultraviolet (UV) rays. Over time, repeated eye sunburns can lead to eye damage and disease....

Key TakeawaysA new study indicates that people with cognitively demanding jobs have a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia compared to those in routine roles.Engaging in mentally stimulating activities builds a cognitive reserve, which can adapt to changes related to Alzheimer’s and potentially delay dementia symptoms.Learning new skills, maintaining social connections, and physical health care are also vital in reducing dementia risk, experts say.Your job might protect you from cognitive decline later in life, especially if it requires a lot of brain power....

Caffeine can stimulate the central nervous system, providing a boost of energy many people rely on each morning.Energy drinks, coffee, tea, soda, and chocolate all contain caffeine, and this chemical is said to speed up the body’s metabolism, meaning you’ll burn more calories.Some evidence has suggested that caffeine may be associated with weight loss, but researchers are still trying to understand its mechanism.Other than its potential to speed up metabolism, caffeine has also been touted as an appetite suppressant and is often used in weight loss supplements....

Key TakeawaysHumans can spread mpox to pets, but health experts say it’s rare.Researchers have reported a human-to-dog case of mpox in Paris, but there are no other recorded incidents in the U.S. at this time.Symptoms of mpox in pets include lack of appetite, fever, fatigue, coughing, bloating, and/or skin rash. Key Takeaways Humans can spread mpox to pets, but health experts say it’s rare.Researchers have reported a human-to-dog case of mpox in Paris, but there are no other recorded incidents in the U....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSpray TansHow Spray Tans WorkDHA RisksOther IngredientsSide EffectsSummaryA Word From VerywellFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Spray Tans How Spray Tans Work DHA Risks Other Ingredients Side Effects Summary A Word From Verywell Frequently Asked Questions Getting that sunkissed look without the dangers of sun exposure is appealing. Many people know thattanning bedscan be dangerous, but what about spray tans?...

Key TakeawaysRollerblading, also known as inline skating, has been making a comeback over the last few years, and the Barbie movie is only adding to the appeal.Both rollerblading and roller skating offer a number of health benefits including building muscle strength, increasing endurance, improving cardiovascular fitness, and helping with balance.While roller skates are slightly easier to use, both come with a risk of falling, so it’s important to wear protective gear including a helmet and wrist, knee, and elbow pads....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTake Advantage of Open EnrollmentPlanning Ahead With a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending AccountWhen You Can’t Afford Your DeductibleNegotiate a Payment PlanCaveatsCheaper OptionsEarly DistributionSell Your StuffCharge ItFinancial Hardship CharitySummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Take Advantage of Open Enrollment Planning Ahead With a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account When You Can’t Afford Your Deductible Negotiate a Payment Plan...

Key Takeaways A team of Canadian doctors released new guidelines last week to encourage physicians to revisit the way they diagnose and treat patients with obesity. Now, American doctors are considering the benefits and challenges of changing their approach. golfcphoto / Getty Images The guidelines specifically recommend that doctors shift “the focus of obesity management toward improving patient-centered health outcomes, rather than weight loss alone.” It’s a significant departure from the current way obesity is diagnosed in Canada—and the U....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesMutationsCancer vs. Normal CellsImmune SystemCell ChangesPrecancerous Cells Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Mutations Cancer vs. Normal Cells Immune System Cell Changes Precancerous Cells Cancer cells differ from normal cells in the body in many ways. Normal cells become cancerous when a series of mutations (changes) leads the cells to continue to grow and divide out of control. This article discusses cancer cells....