News Feature Channel: Winter Holidays

Eat, Drink, Be Merry and Monitor Your Sugar Intake

UW Medicine — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 04:50:43 EST

The holidays bring joy, but also potential challenges for people managing diabetes. Unlike the rest of the year, the holidays mean more food, especially goodies laden with sugar.

Come, bebe, diviertete y controla tu consumo de azucar

UW Medicine — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 04:45:47 EST

Las fiestas traen alegria, pero tambien desafios potenciales para las personas con diabetes. A diferencia del resto del ano, las fiestas significan mas comida, especialmente golosinas cargadas de azucar. La Dr. Lorena Alarcon-Casas Wright, endocrinologa de Medicina de la Universidad de Washington, ofrece consejos practicos para afrontar esta temporada festiva mientras mantiene bajo control los niveles de azucar en la sangre. "Cuanto mas activos seamos, mas sanos seremos y mejor sera nuestro nivel de azucar en la sangre", afirmo. "Piense en la moderacion, observe las porciones, tenga en cuenta... ?realmente necesito comer esto?" Wright anima a las personas con diabetes a controlar el nivel de azucar en sangre antes de los eventos festivos y a mantenerse activas. Esas pequenas consideraciones, afirma, pueden permitir que las personas con diabetes disfruten de la temporada con sus amigos y familiares Descargue fragmentos de sonido listos para transmitir y contenido m

Ready to Take the Plunge?

UW Medicine — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 04:45:14 EST

New Year's Day will see gatherings large and small stepping out from the heated comfort of their cars, shedding their heavy coats, shirts and pants, and wearing only bathing suits and towels to fight off the cold.

How Can You Make 2025 a Healthy New Year? Health Experts Offer Tips

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Health Sciences — Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:40:17 EST

Chances are you already know the basics for a healthy new year: Get enough sleep, exercise regularly, eat a balanced diet, keep your stress in check. But there's more to well-being than that - plus, even those basics can be hard to practice consistently.

Santa Claus Canta y Levanta Animo a Pacientes de Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children's

Cedars-Sinai — Thu, 26 Dec 2024 04:25:20 EST

Eran los dias previos a Navidad y un Santa Claus cantarin hacia la ronda por el hospital infantil Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children's.

Singing Santa Lifts Patient Spirits at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children's

Cedars-Sinai — Thu, 26 Dec 2024 04:25:11 EST

'Twas the days before Christmas and a singing Santa Claus made the rounds at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children's.

Cal State Fullerton Choirs to be Featured in CBS Christmas Eve Special with Andrea Bocelli

California State University, Fullerton — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:10:52 EST

A holiday special, "Christmas with Andrea Bocelli and Friends, a Grammy Holiday Special," will feature Cal State Fullerton choirs when it airs nationally on CBS and Paramount+ at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 24. The special will feature Dua Lipa, Jennifer Hudson, Josh Groban and other artists.

Educator Offers Tips for Staying Active During Holiday Season and Making Workout Resolutions That Last

West Virginia University — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:30:21 EST

Expert Available: Holiday Travel Season

Toronto Metropolitan University — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 21:00:52 EST

Episode 304 - Business of the Holidays

University of Michigan Ross School of Business — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 20:10:24 EST

On this episode of the Business and Society podcast, host Jeff Karoub sits down with Scott Rick, associate professor of marketing, and Ari Shwayder, lecturer of business economics and public policy, to discuss the business of the holidays.

Freeze Frame: How to Stop Winter Bone and Joint Injuries in Their Tracks

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:00:52 EST

Winter's harsh conditions can catch even the most prepared individuals off guard, transforming routine activities into hazards. The combination of slippery surfaces, unexpected weather changes, and the end-of-the-year hustle can quickly dampen outdoor pursuits

'Tis the Season for Safety and Holiday Cheer

Rutgers University-New Brunswick — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:10:47 EST

A Rutgers poison expert offers safety tips for the holidays

Supporting Neurodivergent Loved Ones During the Holidays

University of Delaware — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 18:35:56 EST

University of Delaware professors offer tips for families with neurodivergent loved ones during the holidays. They suggest preparing with visual schedules, sensory-friendly spaces and flexible routines for added support.

Expert Available on Holiday Stressors & Triggers: Santaphobia, Social Anxiety and Perfectionism

Toronto Metropolitan University — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:15:48 EST

Travelers Weigh in on Weight-Based Airfares for Eco-Friendly Skies

University of New Hampshire — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:40:54 EST

The holidays are in full swing and people are shopping, wrapping and packing to visit loved ones. Along with the extra fees for checked baggage and seat upgrades, some airlines are also considering weight-based pricing. A recent study out of the University of New Hampshire looked at how people felt about weighing their baggage and themselves to help reduce emissions and found while over half of travelers are not keen about hopping on the scale, some would be open to the idea -- especially if it aligns with their own interests in the environment.

Simple Steps to Help Beat the Blues this Holiday Season

University of New Hampshire — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:10:34 EST

It's the most wonderful time of the year for some, but for others, the holidays can be challenging. Instead of a time of joy and celebration, the season can be a source of sadness and depression, especially if they are missing a loved one or find themselves alone. Katie Godshall, a clinical assistant professor in social work and expert in the field of mental health, says the first step is to realize that these feelings are perfectly normal.

Holiday Safety: Johns Hopkins Expert Available

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 07:45:31 EST

Sylvester Cancer Tip Sheet for Dec. 2024

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 07:15:54 EST

Coping with grief and holiday sadness; "biological age" as a tool to predict early colorectal cancer, genetic mutations accumulate in smokers with MDS, two clinical trials show promise for an antibody to treat high-risk form of lymphoma, and more.

Expert Available on 2024 Holiday Travel: 90% of Holiday Travelers to Hit the Road this Season

George Washington University — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:50:49 EST

AAA is forecasting over 119 million people will be traveling for the holidays, starting Saturday, December 21, 2024 through Wednesday, January 1, 2025. ...

Supporting a Grieving Loved One on Holidays and Special Occasions: Practical Tips From a Clinical Psychologist

University of Virginia Division of Perceptual Studies — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:40:42 EST

The holiday season, often considered a time of joy and togetherness, can also be one of the most challenging periods for those who are grieving a loss.