The pandemic is a headache and for some people, it’s causing migraines The familiar, all-consuming pain hit Kate Sosin in early May: a migraine. As a chronic migraine sufferer who typically experienced full-blown attacks a couple of times a month,…
Yes people with coronavirus vaccinations should still distance from each other. Here’s why. But while the vaccines are a critical step toward slowing the spread of a virus that has now caused more than 2 million deaths worldwide, killing hundreds…
Indoor exercises to prepare you for hiking the great outdoors If you took up hiking during the pandemic, you’re not alone. Data from the Outdoor Industry Association indicates that of all the outdoor activities that spiked in popularity between 2019…
It’s not just the pandemic. The moon may be messing with your sleep, too. Sleep and circadian rhythms have long been associated with the powerful effects of the sun cycle. But in recent years, a growing number of studies have…
Nap time is the new coffee break. Here’s how to make the most of it. There are many habits I’ve gained while working from home: snacking when desired, taking the dog for a midmorning walk, talking to myself and settling…
Here’s what players eat before, during and after the Super Bowl Your Super Bowl party may feature hot dogs and chili, but you can bet that’s not what quarterbacks Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes and their teammates are eating on game…
Vaccine terms explained: Efficacy vs. effectiveness, herd immunity and others After months of waiting, two highly effective vaccines against the novel coronavirus are being distributed in the United States, while the company behind a third recently released promising clinical trial…
Coronaphobia: Covid anxiety has a name. Here’s how to cope. We’re living in a time when every little cough, sniffle, olfactory or circulatory problem can elicit a knee-jerk bout of worry: Is this the beginning of covid-19? For some people,…
When Dinner Is Outdoors, New Rules Apply During the pandemic, wind chill and loaner blankets are the new considerations (don’t forget your handwarmers). When the weather turned cold, Rachel Sugar, a contributing writer for the New York City food blog…
Pay Less When You Drive Less Is your car spending more time in the garage than on the road? You may be able to reduce your auto insurance payments. Given the constraints of virus lockdowns and worries over health and…