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Staying healthy during the coronavirus outbreak

The coronavirus and COVID-19 have changed nearly every part of our lives. Your days are probably very different, including how you work, eat, play, and connect with others. But what hasn’t changed is our commitment to helping you thrive — in mind, body, and spirit.

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Staying healthy at home

Long-term COVID-19 symptoms: What you need to know

If you’ve had any new or lasting symptoms since recovering from COVID-19, you may have what doctors call “post-acute sequelae of COVID-19...

10 healthy recipes you can easily make at home

It can often be a challenge to make a meal that’s quick, healthy, and delicious. The good news? Our Food for Health...

4 ways to boost the mental health benefits of your next workout

Most people associate exercise with physical health — but what’s good for the body is good for the mind. Regular workouts can...

Ask a doctor: COVID-19 vaccines

It’s official: After nearly a year of staying home, perfecting hand hygiene, and pushing through quarantine fatigue, the highly anticipated COVID-19 vaccines...

6 ways to improve your virtual workouts

Exercising regularly can help your physical and mental health. Yet a common barrier to exercising is finding the time. Recently, more people...

How to avoid texting thumb and other hand injuries

These days, we’re on our smartphones — a lot. Whether working from home, reading daily news, or keeping in touch with friends...

COVID-19 dreams? 5 tips for better sleep.

According to the CDC, 1 in 3 adults don’t get enough sleep. With the stress of working from home, potential job loss, and...

7 simple exercises you can do at home

It’s no secret that exercise is good for you. But it’s not always easy to know where to begin — or how...

10 warning signs of dehydration. And staying hydrated while wearing a mask.

6 simple yoga poses you can do anywhere

Right now, it’s especially important to care for the whole you — mind, body, and spirit. And since we’re spending our days...

The trick to a better night’s sleep could be hiding in your kitchen

Getting enough sleep is vital to a healthy lifestyle. It can keep your immune system strong, improve your mood, and help you...

Create a calming space in your home with these decor tips

Having a space you enjoy spending time in can help you relax, unwind, and unload stress. From colors and cutting clutter to...

7 foods to add to your freezer

A well-stocked freezer can make meal prep easier — and help you eat healthier. The first step? Learn how to properly freeze foods....

Want to get a better workout? Try these 8 fitness tricks.

There’s a reason why doctors recommend regular exercise. Staying active can improve your mental health and mood, aid with weight management, improve...

Talking to kids about COVID-19

This may be an upsetting time for children. They may wonder why people are staying home and why they can’t go to...

Why everyone should keep a journal — 7 surprising benefits

What do Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, Frida Kahlo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Frederick Douglass all have in common? Each of these famous...

Practicing self-care

Feeling stressed from making decisions? Here are 4 tips for dealing with decision fatigue.

Day after day we’re faced with many decisions both big and small — from what to wear and eat to bigger life decisions...

5 ways to feel more present in your day-to-day routine

If you’re like most people, you’ve got a rhythm to the way you go about your day. Wake up. Eat breakfast. Go...

Looking to de-stress, relax, and recharge? Try napping.

Sleep is essential for our overall health. It gives our mind and body time to relax and recharge. Studies show that getting...

7 surprising ways stress can affect your body

Everyone experiences stress, but not everyone experiences it in the same way. While stress may be best known for taking a toll...

Life after job loss: How to keep yourself healthy

The U.S. economy lost over 20 million jobs in April.1 Since then, more than 11.1 million people remain unemployed as the pandemic stretches...

3 ways to manage anxiety about returning to work and school

Life has changed quickly during the COVID-19 pandemic. For many families, that’s meant finding a new “normal” in their work and school...

Strengthening social connections while maintaining physical distance

As the situation around the coronavirus continues to evolve, we’re living life differently and learning as we go. Stress levels were high...

The gift of you: 7 self-care tips

‘Tis the season of giving — from buying presents to making home-cooked meals to spending quality time with loved ones. But this...

7 tips for managing coronavirus anxiety and stress

As the situation around the coronavirus continues to evolve, we’re living life differently and learning as we go. Stress levels were high...

Are you too hard on yourself?

I’m too fat. I’m dumb. I’m a terrible parent. They’ll never hire me.

Need quick ways to relax and de-stress throughout the day?

If you’re feeling more stressed during these uncertain times, you’re not alone. Yet there are still ways to finds moments of relaxation...

Coping with loneliness

The need to stay at home and limit contact with others is important right now, but it can be lonely and isolating....

3 ways to help your mood and mind

Life can often seem like an ever-growing to-do list. From work to family to household projects, it can feel like there’s no...

3 moments for mindfulness in your everyday

Practicing mindfulness is a skill we’d all like to master. With magazines, websites, workshops, and retreats dedicated to mindfulness, it’s clearly an...

Managing anxiety during the COVID-19 outbreak

It’s normal to feel worried during times of stress, and many people struggle with anxiety in the best of times. Here are...

Videos you might like

How do I talk to my children about COVID-19?

Kaiser Permanente infectious disease pediatrician David Bronstein, MD, offers advice on how parents can talk to their children about COVID-19.

  • Taking care of older adults during the COVID-19 outbreak

    Psychiatrist Felicia Wong, MD, shares some simple ways you can help older adults by easing their concerns and raising their spirits during this time.

  • How to make a cloth face mask

    Follow step-by-step instructions from Kaiser Permanente to make cloth masks at home.

  • 6 quick tips for working from home

    Many of us have transitioned to working from home to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Check out these tips to help you stay healthy while you stay home to work.

How do I talk to my children about COVID-19?

Kaiser Permanente infectious disease pediatrician David Bronstein, MD, offers advice on how parents can talk to their children about COVID-19.

Taking care of older adults during the COVID-19 outbreak

Psychiatrist Felicia Wong, MD, shares some simple ways you can help older adults by easing their concerns and raising their spirits during this time.

How to make a cloth face mask

Follow step-by-step instructions from Kaiser Permanente to make cloth masks at home.

6 quick tips for working from home

Many of us have transitioned to working from home to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Check out these tips to help you stay healthy while you stay home to work.

Healthy zucchini bread recipe

Making bread is all the rage right now. Try this zucchini bread recipe from our Food for Health Blog to sneak some veggies into your day.

  • Kale and roasted vegetable soup

    Take soup to a whole new level with this kale and roasted vegetables soup recipe from our Food for Health blog.

  • Vegan blueberry banana muffins

    Make these vegan blueberry and banana muffins today and enjoy them for breakfast tomorrow.

  • Mexican brown rice recipe

    Spice up your side dish with this healthy Mexican brown rice recipe.

  • Banana whip

    Want to indulge in a delicious, dairy-free dessert? Frozen banana whip mixes fresh fruits, natural sugars, and potassium into a creamy snack that’s loaded with fiber and tastes great. Just freeze, blend, and enjoy — easy!

Healthy zucchini bread recipe

Making bread is all the rage right now. Try this zucchini bread recipe from our Food for Health Blog to sneak some veggies into your day.

Kale and roasted vegetable soup

Take soup to a whole new level with this kale and roasted vegetables soup recipe from our Food for Health blog.

Vegan blueberry banana muffins

Make these vegan blueberry and banana muffins today and enjoy them for breakfast tomorrow.

Mexican brown rice recipe

Spice up your side dish with this healthy Mexican brown rice recipe.

Banana whip

Want to indulge in a delicious, dairy-free dessert? Frozen banana whip mixes fresh fruits, natural sugars, and potassium into a creamy snack that’s loaded with fiber and tastes great. Just freeze, blend, and enjoy — easy!

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