Entries by Mai Ling Slaughter

Head Outdoors for Your Mental Health in May

Spending time in nature is linked to many positive mental health outcomes – improved focus, lower stress, better mood, and reduced risk of developing a mental health condition. During Mental Health Month this May, ALLtech Benefits encourages you to take advantage of the healing power of nature by heading outdoors. Green Space Abounds You don’t Read post

Allergies Can Mean Misery for Contact Lens Wearers

From ALLtech vision provider VSP Vision Care Inc. For many, spring is a time of renewed energy, more time outside, and flowers coming into full bloom. But, if you are one of the more than 50 million people in the U.S. who experience allergies each year, spring can also mean a time of misery thanks to Read post

5 Ways to Stay Healthy on Your Next Vacation

From ALLtech medical provider Regence BlueShield The Spring Equinox is upon us, and you’re probably already starting to plan your spring and summer vacations. Here are some tips to keep you and your loved ones healthy as you’re traveling. Five tips for members Get all your recommended preventive care before you go. It’s a good Read post

ALLtech Recognized for “Supporting Trails, Investing in Health” by Washington Trails Association

“We believe — and the science supports — that getting outdoors in nature is good for the body and the mind,” says ALLtech Trustee Ken Myer in the latest Washington Trails Association Magazine. In the article “Supporting Trails, Investing in Health,” the Washington Trails Association (WTA) recognizes Ken for his advocacy and passion for trails, Read post

Seeking More Joy in Your Life? Tap into the Power of Purpose

Research has demonstrated that there are many benefits to living life with a sense of meaning and purpose. People who maintain connection to the meaningfulness and purpose of what they are doing tend to be healthy, wealthy and wise, not to mention happy.  Whether you find purpose in relationships, your faith or philosophy, your work Read post