Don’t Invite Bacteria to Dinner: The Real Science of Food Safety
September marks National Food Safety Education Month, the ideal excuse to turn your culinary attention to the invisible guests lurking on countertops and cutting boards. Good food should fuel your days, not sideline you with a miserable case of food poisoning. A great kitchen routine is not about wearing a hazmat suit to chop an […]
Staring Contest: Your Eyes vs. Your Screen
Think about the hardest working muscle in your body today. Chances are, it’s your eyes. On average, U.S. adults spend 7 hours daily on screens. With our daily routines often tied to laptops and smartphones, digital eye strain has become a very common issue. The American Optometric Association (AOA) notes that anyone spending two or […]
UV Safety Month: Sunscreen isn’t just for beach days
July is UV Safety Awareness Month, a good time to focus on how sun exposure impacts your skin over time. Enjoying the outdoors is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, but it’s important to take precautions against ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can cause long-term skin damage. Skin protection is not just something to think […]
Brain Health: What Actually Makes a Difference
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month, a great time to focus on how everyday habits shape how your brain works over time. While research is ongoing, we know that certain lifestyle choices can support cognitive health and may help reduce risk. Brain health is not just something to think about later in life. […]
Women’s Health Month: Small Steps Toward a Healthier You
May is Women’s Health Month, a time to focus on preventive care and everyday habits that support long-term well-being. With everything going on day to day, it is easy to push your own health to the side. This month is a good reminder to check in with yourself and be a little more intentional about […]
Managing Stress: Small Steps for a Healthier You
Whether it’s deadlines at work, family responsibilities, or financial concerns, stress can quietly build up before we even realize it. April is National Stress Awareness Month―a time to recognize the impact stress can have on your overall health and well-being. While stress is a normal part of life, ongoing or unmanaged stress can begin to […]
Screening Saves Lives: Are You at Risk for Colon Cancer?
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to increasing awareness of one of the most common cancers affecting both men and women. In the United States, colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and a leading cause of cancer-related deaths—,but when detected early, it is often highly treatable. Why Awareness Matters Colorectal cancer […]
Heart Health Month: Make Every Beat Count
February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular health and the steps we can take to prevent heart disease. As the leading cause of death in the United States, heart disease affects millions. The good news: many risk factors are manageable and prevention is often within reach. This month serves […]
September Is Self-Care Awareness Month: A Timely Reminder to Prioritize Yourself
As the pace of life quickens with the arrival of fall – school resumes, work intensifies, and the holidays loom – September invites us to pause and prioritize our well-being. Self-Care Awareness Month is a powerful reminder that taking care of yourself isn’t selfish – it’s essential. Self-care spans physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. […]
AmeriLife Benefits Continues Sponsorship and Support of LASBO
AmeriLife Benefits is a long-term, active member of the Louisiana Association of School Business Officials (LASBO). We were thrilled to connect with so many leaders at the LASBO 2025 ALL Institute in Baton Rouge in August. A special congratulations goes out to Mrs. Farrah Edwards, who won our door prize during the event and is […]
Embracing Well-Being: August is National Wellness Month
As summer winds down and the pace of daily life begins to quicken again, August invites us to take a pause. It is National Wellness Month, a time dedicated to refocusing on self-care, managing stress, and building healthy habits that stick beyond the season. WHY WELLNESS MATTERS Wellness is not just about eating kale or […]
Men’s Health Month: Make It Count
June marks Men’s Health Month, a time dedicated to highlighting the unique health challenges men face and encouraging them to take charge of their well-being. It is an ideal opportunity to focus on early detection, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle choices. THE IMPORTANCE OF PRIORITIZING MEN’S HEALTH Men often neglect routine checkups and delay seeking […]
Make your mental health a priority
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Positive mental health is a vital part of our overall health, and it affects how we think, feel, act, cope with stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. Being mentally healthy doesn’t mean we don’t have any problems in our lives. What it does mean is that we […]
How can poor oral health affect the rest of your body?
Most of us know that we should brush and floss your teeth every day. But did you know that your oral health offers clues about your overall health? It is not just about preventing cavities and having a beautiful smile, keeping your mouth healthy is an important part of your overall health and well-being. Our […]