Here is the weather that many around our office have been waiting for!

While we encourage you to get outside and enjoy these gorgeous days, we also remind you to wear sunscreen and stretch before any activity. If your job finds you at a desk for the majority of the day take five minutes today and search for 'stretches you can do at your desk'. Stretching will improve your flexibility and circulation as well as alleviate some of your daily stress.

Drink plenty of water, especially during these summer months!

Chances are you are currently not getting enough water in your day. You should keep a glass of water at your desk and drink it throughout the day. Refilling your glass will give you a reason to take a break every hour or so. Drinking water helps to properly hydrate you, cleanse your body and rinse bacteria from your mouth as you drink!

Remember to share your summer travel photos with us. We may even use them in upcoming issues of our newsletter.

Until next time, keep smiling,

Dr. Larry Podolsky, Dr. Howard Rosen and staff.

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