Blog Category: Living Well

Like many nonprofits, Overlake benefits from endowment funds that have been established by generous community members. While often associated with museums and universities, endowments also help provide financial stability for hospitals and other important community institutions.

Chronic sleep issues can have serious consequences for your overall health. That's why having an open dialogue with your primary care provider is a good place to start.

When your body isn’t well, you head to the doctor. But what if your mind isn’t feeling quite right? Your healthcare provider should hear these concerns, too.

As a parent, you’re probably well aware of all the childhood shots that prevent diseases like polio and measles. But did you know there’s an immunization proven to help protect against cancer?

It’s not always easy to identify someone who struggles with alcohol use—even when that person is the one in the mirror. But admitting you have a problem marks the first step toward improving your health and your life.

Tough times are a part of life, but the COVID-19 pandemic is certainly a new twist. Try these mindfulness exercises to help you find moments of calm among the chaos.

You may have seen the letters “DO” after a physician’s name instead of “MD” and wondered what the difference is. Tara Nair, DO, addresses the differences between a DO and an MD, and why she chose to train as a DO.

When was the last time you checked the expiration date on your diabetes supplies? Do you have expired test strips, control solution or even medication? It may be time to spring clean expired items from your “stash.”

From binging the news to increasing your alcohol intake, stress from the pandemic can manifest in different ways for different people. How do you know if your coronavirus stress is getting out of control? Here are three red flags to watch for, as well as tips to boost your mental health and well-being.