COVID-19 Vaccination Program

January 6, 2020

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COVID-19 Vaccination Program

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a list of eight things you should know about the new COVID-19 Vaccination Program and COVID-19 vaccines. This includes information on the phased approach to distribution and the distribution plans developed by state, tribal, local, and territorial health departments to make sure all recommended vaccines are available to their communities.

The Federal Trade Commission has tips on how to recognize and avoid vaccine-related scams.

Turning Resolutions Into Lasting Changes

We all make resolutions, but how can we keep them and make lasting changes? Research shows that change is possible and there are proven strategies you can use to set yourself up for success.

Know your habits: The first step to changing your behavior is to be aware of what you do regularly.
Make a plan: Small, reasonable goals and specific actions can help you create new habits.
Stay on track: Keeping a record can help you track your progress.
Think about the future: Focusing on how a change might heal your body and enhance your life can help.
Be patient: You’re never too out of shape, too overweight, or too old to make healthy changes. Try different strategies until you find what works best for you.

Change is a process. What’s most important is to keep moving forward.

Make Every Bite Count

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans were recently updated. The guidelines are science-based advice on what to eat and drink to promote health, help reduce the risk of chronic disease, and meet nutrient needs. The new guidelines focus on making every bite count by choosing healthy foods and beverages rich in nutrients and staying within your calorie limit. Learn more about nutrition.

Familial Hypercholesterolemia

Familial hypercholesterolemia is a disorder that is passed down through families. It makes the body unable to remove low density lipoprotein (LDL, or bad) cholesterol from the blood resulting in a high LDL cholesterol level. The condition begins at birth and can cause heart attacks at an early age. Learn more about the symptoms, treatments, and prognosis.

Staying Warm Outdoors

If you work or play outside during the winter, be aware of how the cold affects your body and how to stay warm.

Dress in layers.
Protect your hands, feet, neck, and face.
Get plenty of food and fluids.
Watch for early signs of frostbite and hypothermia and take action if necessary.

Learn more about keeping warm in the cold.

Any Berry Sauce

Use blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, or any combination to make Any Berry Sauce. It’s low fat, low sodium, and vegetarian. Try it on pancakes, oatmeal, or yogurt.