Life was stressful enough before COVID-19 arrived. Now we have extra stress and greater reason to manage it effectively.
One technique for managing stress that can help even the busiest people is meditation.
The American Public Health Association has designated the first week of April as National Public Health Week. This year, public health professionals across the nation are extremely busy dealing with COVID-19. We won’t have time to
When everybody stays home, practices social distancing for essential activities and frequently washes hands, fewer people will be infected each day. This will prevent overwhelming our Billings hospitals with more patients than they can care for
The 2019 Montana Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) indicates nearly 60% of Yellowstone County high school students have tried e-cigarettes and 30% are current users.
Among middle school students in Yellowstone County, 30% have tried e-cigarettes and
Yellowstone County recently went through a community wellness exam, a snapshot of our health.
Instead of taking blood pressure or drawing blood, a community health needs assessment relies on responses from residents, community leaders, and data
It’s the third most common cancer in the U.S. It’s also one of the most preventable and treatable, if found early, cancers.
Seniors often struggle to keep their teeth in good health, but good oral health is important as we age. Studies link poor oral health to conditions ranging from heart disease and diabetes, to stroke, dementia, and
While sharing is a good way for kids to learn social skills, it’s not always the best way to stay healthy. While there’s no foolproof way to avoid germs there are ways to help your child
Chest pain is a classic symptom of a heart attack. What’s scary, is some women having heart attacks won’t have any chest pain at all. Know the symptoms of a heart attack in women by reading
