Wellness

COVID-19 has changed the way we all work. Some of us never stopped physically going to work, while others have been working remotely since mid-March. No matter where we are, working during a pandemic has added stress to our daily lives.

If you have a tattoo, you’ll want to keep it looking its best. Bruce H. Thiers, MD, FAAD, president of the American Academy of Dermatology Association, has tips for keeping tattooed skin healthy and vibrant.

Feeling sad or unhappy at times is normal – especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of us are doing our best to cope with anxiety and isolation. But at what point does that sadness progress into depression?

Paris — Think artificially sweetened drinks are a healthier alternative to sugary beverages? If so, think again, say French researchers.

The next time you fuel up at a gas station, consider this: Most pump handles contain 11,000 times more germs than a toilet seat in a public restroom. And the keypad on the pump? The buttons typically have 15,000 times more germs than a public toilet seat, according to a tip sheet from KeepTruckingSafe.org.

Are your refrigerator shelves getting a little sticky? Or maybe you’ve just thrown away an item that spoiled or is part of a safety recall. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention lays out the steps for cleaning and sanitizing the inside of your fridge.

Different colors of fruits and vegetables have specific health benefits. By including a variety of them on your plate – called “eating the rainbow” – you can make sure you’re getting the illness-fighting nutrients you need to help your body function at its best.

Raleigh, NC — Many people may not be preparing frozen foods safely, leaving them – and their families – at risk of illness, results of a recent study indicate.

Virginia Beach, VA — About 3 out of 5 U.S. adults say they’re experiencing the worst sleep of their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic, results of a recent survey show.

Philadelphia — Two physician groups are recommending topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs – with or without menthol gel – as a non-opioid “first-line therapy” for treating acute pain from non-low-back musculoskeletal injuries.