We finally got the rain that our area so desperately needs, but as thankful as we may be for the moisture, we must remember that there are concerns during this time of the year. Mold and mildew can create health issues and the additional dirt, debris and germs that enter our homes can cause us trouble down the line. Here are a few tips to help us a stay safe and healthy this summer monsoon season. Wash your hands regularly. Additional germs and allergens are growing during this time of … [Read more...] about Keeping Your Home and Pets Healthy in Monsoon Season
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Enjoying the Holidays
Preparing for the holidays can be so stressful. It is not uncommon to anticipate and love all the holiday happenings and activities and yet feel that it has almost done you in by the time it’s all over. There is even a real condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This condition affects millions of people each year. An article on health.com offers several tips to combat the feelings of stress during the busy season. Here are a couple of interesting ones: Get out and get some … [Read more...] about Enjoying the Holidays
Fall Allergies: Can Your Home Be Making You Sick?
As the weather starts to turn colder and the leaves begin to fall, we start closing up our homes to keep the cold out and the heat in. Many people start to notice allergies flaring up in the fall because of various allergens in the air such as ragweed and mold spores. Often, what feels like a “change of season” cold is actually allergies that present themselves with the same symptoms as the common cold. These symptoms include, but are not limited to cough, itchy eyes, sore throat, sneezing and … [Read more...] about Fall Allergies: Can Your Home Be Making You Sick?
Preparing Your Vacation Rental for the Best Experience
There is a lot of talk out there about vacation rentals in Prescott. Some people are in support and some are against the vacation rental industry here in Prescott and the surrounding communities. Regardless of what side of the fence you are on, the fact is that people want to come here and enjoy the many things this area has to offer. The Prescott area continues to be named “The Best” in many publications and surveys, including: #1 “Best Place to Retire” – escapehere.com #13 … [Read more...] about Preparing Your Vacation Rental for the Best Experience
Understanding the Importance of a Safe, Clean Medical Office
A medical office faces a variety of challenges and differences from other offices when it comes to cleaning. Patients expect a clean and sanitary environment from the minute they walk in the door. A general office cleaning including standard tasks is not sufficient for the medical office. A janitorial service must be qualified to make sure that certain steps are taken to insure safety, cleanliness and privacy. Here are a few important points: Quality of the cleaning is of utmost importance. … [Read more...] about Understanding the Importance of a Safe, Clean Medical Office