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5 Strategies for a Happy, Healthy Spring!

Spring is a time for renewal and fresh living. It’s a time for new healthy habits to form. So as the days get longer and the sun starts to shine brighter in many parts of the world, it's time to get outside, enjoy some fresh air, and take on a few new habits to ensure that you have a happy and healthy spring.

5 Strategies for a Happy, Healthy Spring!
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Spring Into Self-Care

Self-care is essential for maintaining good mental, physical, and emotional health. In the springtime, it can take on a delightful form. As the sun starts shining brighter and warmer days become more frequent, it can be easier to find time to take care of yourself, especially if you suffer from mental illness. Here are some ideas to help you make the most of the sunshine and warmer weather.

Spring Into Self-Care
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Beware of Ticks This Spring

According to the CDC, ticks are a year-round issue but are most active in warmer months which are April to September. Where different kinds of ticks can be found most commonly depends on where you live. The CDC has a link to which ticks are most common in your area here.

Beware of Ticks This Spring
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Is Sunscreen Good for You?

Medical studies have shown that sun exposure can be more dangerous during the winter season in specific circumstances. As winter is right at our doorstep, we should continue talking about sunscreen use and not just its benefits, but also our concerns surrounding it.

Is Sunscreen Good for You?
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Vitamin D: Everything You Need to Know

Vitamin D production in the skin can be limited depending on where someone lives. For example, if there are long winters or sunlight is limited, people have a higher chance of being deficient in vitamin D. People with darker skin or higher amounts of melanin tend to have lower vitamin D levels because melanin reduces the production of vitamin D.

Vitamin D: Everything You Need to Know