Give thanks this week by giving back

 

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Give thanks this week by giving back In the midst of a stressful year, we all can think of something -- or someone -- we are grateful for. You can give thanks by giving back to your community. And yes, this is possible even during the midst of a pandemic. We've got a great list of safe ideas to help your community right now. Some are quite simple to do but still have a big impact. You can help, even during a pandemic Shopping via Amazon for holiday gifts this year? It's so simple to help your favorite nonprofit as you shop through AmazonSmile! Learn more easy tips on how to help others this holiday season. 10 reasons to volunteer at an animal shelter Even during the pandemic, animal shelters need volunteers, although right now, most shelters prefer individual volunteers to large groups. Learn how you'll be helping yourself as well as our furry friends when you perform this act of service. FEATURED VIDEO From the mouths of babes These kiddos know the score. Wear a mask! With Thanksgiving in just a couple of days, protect your loved ones with this simple act of love. Is it the common cold? Or is it COVID-19? We are in cold and flu season now. Infectious disease expert Katherine Baumgarten, MD, explains the classic symptoms of both COVID-19 and the common cold. November is National Family Caregivers Month Caregivers do so much for other people. Neuropsychologist Robert John Sawyer, PhD, encourages caregivers to take care of themselves, too, by following some simple tips. Does turkey make you sleepy? On Thanksgiving Day, chances are, you're going to dig into a plate of turkey and dressing. You might have heard that turkey contains the amino acid tryptophan, which can make you sleepy. Is that true? Sarah Bardin, NP, weighs in. Looking for ways to do good? We have great ways to donate and volunteer LEARN MORE About this email: This email is provided as a service by Ochsner Health. To remove yourself from future mailings, please click here to Unsubscribe. Ochsner Health  |  1514 Jefferson Highway  |  New Orleans, LA 70121 ©2020 Ochsner Health  |  Privacy Policy All rights reserved.