Memorial Day is right around the corner. Neighborhood pools are about to open (except Carilion Wellness, which is already open - woohoo!) and for many of us that means pulling swim suits, floaties and of course that stockpile of unused sunscreen out of storage.
The question is will that sunscreen be just as effective the second time around?
To make things interesting, a lot of sunscreen bottles are not printed with an expiration date.
The outdoor pools at Carilion Wellness are open as of May 1 and summer is on its way! Now is a great time to incorporate swimming into your workout routine.
Electric scooters are on their way to our region, and with them concussions, bone and joint injuries and serious cuts and bruises that result from falls and collisions.
Has having the Blue Ridge Marathon in town inspired you to start running?
Are you considering a “couch-to-5K” as a way to improve your health?
Whether you are just getting started or training for an ultra-marathon, running is a great way to challenge your body and improve your state of mind. It can also be an easy way to get hurt.
Sports medicine experts recommend seeking advice from your health care provider before you begin any exercise program to ensure that your training plan is appropriate for your fitness level.
Spring is officially here, and with it a desire to enjoy the great outdoors after a long, wet winter. One of the best ways to welcome spring is by planting a garden.
According to GailNordhaus, R.N. andCarilionClinic community outreach coordinator, gardening offers many benefits, whether you’re tending an expanse of raised beds or a single flowerpot on a small apartment balcony.
"My experience working with people is that the more you do, the more you want to do," she said.
Accidents can happen any time and anywhere, and if you are exploring in the great outdoors, your safety and comfort depend on being prepared for any mishaps.
Karen Kuehl, M.D., is an emergency medicine physician at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She's also a wilderness medicine expert.
If you are taking spring cleaning more seriously this year, you’re not just in sync with a popular decluttering trend, you’re in sync with science.
A recent study found that an excess of clutter in the home is linked to both procrastination and overall life dissatisfaction. This supports earlier studies that linked clutter to higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol.
