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Vicki Martinka Petersen
Vicki Martinka Petersen

Vicki Martinka Petersen, health enews contributor, is a digital copywriter on the content team at Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. A former newspaper reporter, she’s worked in health care communications for the last decade. In her spare time, Vicki enjoys tackling her to be read pile, trying new recipes, meditating, and planning fun activities to do in the Chicago area with her husband and son.

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Is it really safe to dine out right now?  Featured
Is it really safe to dine out right now?
Here’s what you need to know before your next visit to a restaurant.
Is it safe to have food delivered? 
Is it safe to have food delivered?
An infectious disease physician shares whether your order puts you at risk for COVID-19.
5 ways to avoid getting sick at work  Featured
5 ways to avoid getting sick at work
It’s possible to stay healthy while your coworkers cough and sneeze.
An alternative to your typical New Year’s resolutions  Featured
An alternative to your typical New Year’s resolutions
Leading by example can work.
This could be the most important time to wash your hands  Featured
This could be the most important time to wash your hands
Your mom was right.
Some ways to give the gift of better health  Featured
Some ways to give the gift of better health
Forget sweaters. Gift your family and friends the tools for a healthy lifestyle instead.