Robert J. Winn's Blog
September is National Cholesterol Awareness Month; Here’s What You Should Know
More than 102 million adults are estimated to have high cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is a serious condition that can affect heart health and function. Each September is dedicated to educating people about high cholesterol and what steps can lower it....
What to Do if You Get Poison Ivy
Urushiol is the name of a sap-like oil that is found in poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac plants. This is the cause of the allergic rash-like reaction that many people get. The oil is located throughout the plants, including the leaves, roots, and stems. Like...
Know the Warning Signs of Heat-Related Illness
When days get longer and temperatures creep upward, you have to be particularly vigilant about noticing the signs of heat-related illnesses and know how to combat them. While it is true that ailments caused by extreme heat are particularly harmful to the elderly or...
The Importance of Checking on the Elderly on Hot Days
One of the most common things you hear on hot days is that you should check on your sick or elderly neighbors. Indeed, this is very important. But why are hot days so dangerous to our elderly family and friends, and why is it so important that we check on them? As...
Is It Safe to Go to the Doctor?
During the COVID-19 Pandemic, it is best to stay home when at all possible. Staying home puts you and your family at the least amount of risk for contracting or spreading COVID-19. However, accidents happen, and routine check-ups still need to occur. Is the doctor's...
Sunscreen Myths – Get the Facts
Most people are aware of the dangers of the sun’s harmful rays. Too much exposure affects the skin in often drastic ways, and can even lead to skin cancer. To combat these dangers, people liberally apply sunscreen and go on with their activities. Misconceptions about...
6 Tips for Keeping the Family Safe at the Beach
1) Mind Local Cautions When wind generates waves, the more wind there is, the stronger the waves are. So when it’s time to grab your surfboard, it’s an indicator that some strong currents are flowing underneath. This can be dangerous for weak swimmers and especially...
How Can I Support Healthcare Workers During the Pandemic?
It's no secret that healthcare workers are facing the greatest risks in this pandemic, but they're also experiencing personal issues in caring for their families. Due to the hours they're required to work, many healthcare providers are unable to get groceries, or...
When Will It Be Safe to Go Out to Restaurants and What Will “Safe” Look Like?
With many restaurants opening back up, many are starting to wonder whether it's safe to begin visiting them or if they should wait it out. Preventing the spread of the coronavirus will involve following these guidelines. Social distancing is still the top priority....
Using Masks to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19
The CDC's official recommendation to wear a mask has many Americans looking not just for masks to wear but guidelines on how to use them. Following proper use and care of masks can promote health while failing to do so may be riskier than not wearing a mask. The CDC...