Come October 31, there is extra mischief in the air, and who knows what might be lurking around those dim corners? Halloween is a time when the line between having fun and being scared is easily blurred. While trick-or-treating and attending parties are ways to enjoy the final day of[Read More…]
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Films kids can enjoy this Halloween
Scary movies are a must-see for many Halloween enthusiasts each October. Classic characters like Freddy Krueger, Michael Myers and Jigsaw make their way into millions of people’s living rooms each year and serve as testaments to the staying power of scary movies. A scare might be what many people want[Read More…]
Parents can work together to make Halloween safer
Halloween is often just what the doctor ordered. Nestled between the start of a new school year and the arrival of the holiday season, Halloween is an opportunity for children and adults alike to have some fun as they dress up in costumes and indulge in some sweet treats. Even[Read More…]
Halloween craft ideas for kids
Halloween is an enjoyable holiday for all, but particularly for children. Kids enjoy the opportunity to channel their whimsy and imagination, whether that involves choosing a clever costume or helping design the theme and scope of home decorations. Parents, guardians and educators can channel the creativity inspired by Halloween into[Read More…]
CBD and Functional Mushrooms: An Educational Workshop
Eagle Times Staff SPRINGFIELD, Vt. — On Tuesday, Oct. 1 at 6 p.m. join us at the Springfield Town Library for CBD and Functional Mushrooms: An Educational Workshop. Meet Claire Lewis, BSN, RN as she shares her wealth of knowledge about the health benefits of hemp-derived CBD and functional mushrooms. [Read More…]
A refresher course on COVID-19
It’s understandable if people want to put the COVID-19 virus in the rearview mirror. Since it first surfaced in late 2019, the COVID-19 virus has claimed the lives of millions of people across the globe. In 2020, the virus upset every aspect of life, from work to school to recreation[Read More…]
Flu season is here: What to know
By VIRGINIA DRYE Eagle Times Staff CLAREMONT, N.H. — With the weather cooling down and kids returning to school, we tend to spend more time inside and in close proximity to others. This is the perfect recipe for spreading germs and viruses, including the flu. We spoke with Anthony “Tony” Guidone,[Read More…]
How to tell if it’s a cold, the flu, COVID-19 or RSV
There’s much to look forward to at the start of winter. The holiday season starts winter off with a bang, while outdoor enthusiasts know their chances to hit the slopes and ski and snowboard are just beginning. Sports fans know January marks the return of the National Football League playoffs,[Read More…]
Tips to prepare for flu season
Influenza is more common than people may realize. Data from the World Health Organization indicates there are around one billion cases of seasonal influenza each year. Though only a small fraction of those cases result in severe illness, even a mild case of the flu can be unpleasant and disruptive. [Read More…]
Is soup the ultimate cold medicine?
Having a cold is not fun. A stuffy nose, sniffles, sore throat, and other symptoms make having a cold a generally unpleasant experience. According to data collected by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association, the average consumer shops for over-the counter medicine 26 times a year, with peak visits occurring in[Read More…]