Health & Wellness

May is Employee Health & Fitness Month, which promotes well-being in the workplace.

Whether you’re looking to learn a new language, get in shape, or start a new hobby, here are a few tips on staying motivated in the new year.

An estimated 15.1% of U.S.children have experienced a major depression episode.

The holidays are known to be stressful, but they don’t have to be. Here are some tips on how you can thrive during this holiday season:

Flu season has already started and two top physicians from St. David’s HealthCare suggest protecting yourself from the virus. Stat.

It’s National Recovery Month. Every September, prevention, treatment and recovery programs across the nation celebrate recovery and increase awareness surrounding mental health and addiction recovery.

A CEO’s best hair day was in seventh grade.He then proceeds to lose it – in more ways than one.

The average American spends about as much time on their computer as they do sleeping – about eight hours a day – and that is taking its toll on our eyes.

To inspire and break the stigmas surrounding sobriety and recovery, Recover Alaska is sharing the stories of three “Sober Heroes” who continue to positively impact sober communities across the state of Alaska.

Employers have endured unprecedented economic disruption and made an incredible effort to keep Alaska safe and healthy.

With spring around the corner, it’s time for spring cleaning – and that includes your personal well being too.

It’s Alaska Sobriety Awareness Month and Recover Alaska has so many reasons why you should join in on the celebration this year.

We know it’s hard to move around during the day.Try these three easy stretches from your desk:1.

Make 2022 the year for a healthy you. Be there for yourself by carving out time for physical activity, eating healthy foods, getting enough sleep and taking care of your mental health.

If you haven’t already set a resolution for 2022, you might want to consider walking more.

As fall fades into winter and the daylight slips away, it’s time to prioritize taking care of your mental and physical well-being.

In our always-on-the-go society, burnout has long been an issue, although not often acknowledged.

The Alaska Chamber’s “Give AK a Shot” sweepstakes is awarding vaccinated Alaskans with a chance to win $49,000.

Whether you’re wanting to lose a few pounds for the summer, upcoming reunion, or as you’re heading back to the office, chances are you’ll be turning to a quick fix rather than a long-term solution.

Whether you’re in the office or working remotely, chances are, you spend the majority of your day sitting down.

Sometimes the weight we carry isn’t seen by others or even felt ourselves.

I’m not an expert in the parenting department but I do work full time and have a very feisty one-year old who keeps me busy.

You’ve heard of community (herd) immunity, but what exactly is it and how do we get there? Community immunity occurs when a large enough portion of a population becomes immune to a disease, making its spread unlikely.

Recently, it seems more and more people I know are getting the COVID-19 vaccine – but what does that mean for taking precautions? The CDC recently shared guidelines on how to best continue protecting yourself and others.

Do you find yourself struggling to recall conversations, information or deadlines throughout the day? Here are three ways you can improve your memory at work and in your everyday life:Take handwritten notes — research shows that handwriting kickstarts learning and memorization processes in your brain that are not replicated by typing or other forms of digital note-taking.

Not sure if you’re eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccine yet? It’s really easy to find out! Take this simple, HIPAA-compliant eligibility quiz to get a clear answer on whether it’s your turn.

COVID-19 vaccines have created newfound hopefulness. But for members of marginalized communities, there’s a rightful skepticism.

As the COVID-19 pandemic carries on into winter flu season, your immune system needs all the help it can get.

The COVID-19 pandemic affects more than just your physical health. For Alaskans seeking assistance with child care, food, or health care, resources are available.

The same way that we prepare our homes and vehicles as winter approaches, we must also plan on how we can best support our physical and mental health.