Dr. Russell's Spring Health Tips

0:00From Birmingham, this is your March 1st update. Birmingham has seen wild weather swings this week, with temperatures jumping from the 20s to the 70s. A University of Alabama at Birmingham, doctor is sharing simple ways to stay healthy amid these changes. The biggest concerns right now are those stubborn winter coughs and colds hanging around, plus allergies kicking in as spring starts to show. Dr. Stephen Russell, a professor of internal medicine and pediatrics, stresses getting ahead of it all by preparing early for whatever the weather. Throws next? He recommends layering clothes, like grabbing a coat for chilly mornings and evenings, even on warmer days. Sunscreen and steady hydration are key too. For allergy sufferers, jump back on those medications now and keep them going. Frequent hand washing rounds out the basics to dodge illnesses. The daily news now is presented by our sponsor, linked in the description. Different you can hear, sound you can relax into, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-E-P-L-O, dot com.