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The Economic Benefits of SNAP: How Food Stamp Programs Boost Local Economies
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, plays a significant role in aiding low-income families by providing them with necessary sustenance. The SNAP program...
2020 Sees More Health and Wellness Options Than Ever
According to estimates, over half of America's population makes some sort of New Year's resolution in terms of wellness. Quitting smoking, giving up the drinking, and the most popular of all, losing weight and t...
Experiencing COVID-19 Quarantine Family Burnout? What You Need to Know
There are very few upsides that come with the territory of the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis. One of the positives to come out of this challenging time is that families have been afforded the great gift...
What to Do if Someone in Your Household Tests Positive for COVID-19
It is understandable to be concerned if somebody in your home tests positive for COVID-19. Not only do you need to care for the patient, but you also need to do what you can to protect yourself and the othe...
How to Cope With the Stress of Civil Unrest
In mid-2020, protests about the deaths of African Americans were organized by Black Lives Matter groups across the United States. Other groups protested local and state mandates around wearing masks as a safeguard against COVID-19....
7 Wellness Activities to Try This Spring
On March 3, Illinois State University sent a message welcoming spring and inviting its community to partake in some fun activities that promote wellness. After being cooped up for the winter, most people are ready to get out of the ho...
Not Experiencing Vaccine Side Effects? Medical Experts Say Not to Worry
Now that more and more Americans are finally getting the COVID-19 vaccine, one of the hottest topics of conversation in many social circles is to compare side effects from the shot. This comparison inev...
Exploring the Lessons Learned as a Result of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Looking back over the last year, it is clear that the world has learned some important lessons as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This global health crisis has put the spotlight on health and wellness whi...
Cancel Routine Health Screenings During the Pandemic? What to Do Now
Many Americans put off routine health screenings during the pandemic because they did not want to venture into healthcare settings. However, with a widely available vaccine and a better understanding of th...