May 21, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
Imager header source: CDCUpdated June 17, 2020COVID-19 has jumped from an obscure, local outbreak to a global pandemic in a matter of months. Its novel status and fast transmission rate have left many feeling anxious and worried about what the future holds. We break...
May 21, 2020Karen Wang, PhD and Stephanie Brinker, MPH
Updated May 21, 2020We don’t know about you, but the outbreak of the new coronavirus this year has us doing a lot of cleaning. And it seems like we’re going to be doing this for quite a while. Having cleaning on the brain makes us wonder: What’s the...
Apr 27, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
One thing everyone is doing during the pandemic is cooking a lot more at home. In uncertain times, we have to make our money go further than ever before, especially when it comes to food and cooking.That’s why we’ve been eating more canned and frozen food...
Apr 27, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
The COVID-19 shelter in place has been tough for our emotions and our budget. With layoffs and furloughs, we’ve had to make our money go further than ever before. But how do you keep good environmental health practices when money is tight? It seems like a lot of...
Apr 21, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
Gardening is very big right now thanks to COVID-19. We’re all stuck in our house, looking for something to do. If you’re looking for a productive garden that is also aesthetically appealing, try growing edible flowers! We love plants that will produce...
Apr 21, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
Yoga is a great activity to try during the pandemic. It offers a great indoor workout and the whole family can join in! There are also a ton of free yoga videos online too, so you can get top-notch instruction without leaving your house. Plus, you don’t need a...
Apr 17, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
We’ve got some free time on our hands now that we’re staying at home all the time and going to the grocery store can be really stressful. Plus, many grocery stores have had trouble keeping fresh produce in stock during the pandemic. Why not start growing...
Mar 31, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
Fresh fruits and veggies are tasty, add flavor to any meal, and are an important part of a balanced diet. They can also help boost your immune system, which we’re all about right now. But these days we’re trying to limit trips to the grocery store as much...
Feb 20, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
When it comes to fragrance, we always say that the safest option is to look for products that are completely fragrance free. Choosing to go fragrance-free is a great way to avoid chemicals that may be harmful to your health. Plus, does everything we own really need to...
Jan 6, 2020Stephanie Brinker, MPH
Yoga is the perfect way to destress while still giving your body a good workout. It’s as beneficial for the mind as it is for the body! Plus, it doesn’t hurt that you don’t have to leave the house to practice it. But while yoga might be good for your...
