Winter Tips
This winter, use these tips to help prevent injury, reduce exposure to colds and flu, and avoid making your allergies and asthma worse.
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Heart Attack Snow: 6 Tips to Prevent a Heart Attack
Heavy, wet snow is often called “heart attack snow,” because the great effort required to move it can increase your risk of having a heart attack. Read more.
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Tips for Animal Allergies in the Winter
The level of animal dander rises in the home during the winter because pets spend more time inside. Learn more.
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10 Winter Tips for Eczema
Keep your skin hydrated and reduce the effects of winter on your skin with these tips. Read more.
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Tips for Flu Season
Influenza is often contagious before a person has symptoms. Read more.
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Tips for Safe Winter Walking
Follow these simple hints to reduce the risk of falling and to help you safely maneuver on the snow and ice.
Read more.
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10 Steps to Minimize Indoor Allergen Exposure
A home can actually contribute to sickness due to winter allergens. Learn more.
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Tips for Preventing a Cold
There are a number of ways to prevent the spread of colds. Learn more.
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Tips for Preventing Exercise-Induced Asthma
Take time to warm up before enjoying your winter activities. Learn more.