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Home - OMRF News - Archives for holidays

holidays

Goodbye, 2020

December 27, 2020

The pandemic will not end with the dropping of the ball in Times Square. That will come slowly, one vaccination at a time.

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Coming home: College students, Thanksgiving and the pandemic

November 24, 2020

What precautions should we take to minimize the chances college students bring a viral outbreak with them during the holidays?

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Have yourself a healthy holiday season

November 21, 2019

Set yourself up for a healthy holiday season.

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Mythbusters: Turkey doesn’t really make you sleepy

November 19, 2018

Most of us blame our drowsiness on the delicious turkey at the center of the holiday smorgasbord. But is there any truth to this poultry’s nap-inducing reputation?

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“Stocking” up on healthy gifts

December 18, 2017

We have a few ideas to help you with stocking-stuffers for the health or fitness junkie in your life.

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Researchers offer tips for healthier holiday

November 28, 2016

The holidays can be unhealthy, but they don’t have to be.

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