Provided by Kootenai Health’s MyHealth Team
How to identify and cope with pandemic stress
November 10, 2021
The coronavirus pandemic is stressing nearly everyone out. But perhaps no group is more affected than health care workers.
Frontline health care workers are exposed to demanding and tense situations on a daily basis. In virus hot spots, that can include dealing with multiple dead and dying patients every day.
Changing how you think may change how you feel
October 25, 2021
Maybe this question has been on your mind: Can my mental state affect my physical health?
Doctors have suspected for centuries that there is a powerful tie between mind and body, and modern medical studies prove them right. Researchers now know that unhealthy levels of stress, depression and anxiety can wreak havoc with your hormones, immune system, heart health and blood pressure.
Stress busting tips for essential workers
September 12, 2021
There’s no denying staying on the job these days can be stressful. You may have a lot on your mind when you head to work. And that anxiety can lead to things like anger, fatigue, sadness and trouble sleeping or concentrating.
