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Photography and cooling vests, an unlikely pair, yet, they are two passions that I love most. Why? Because helping people is what I do best. After 14 years of working in the photography industry with my husband, Kurtis Kracke, we decided to pursue another adventure—that’s when T...

Patients with “cold” cooling packs walked 46% farther. Wearing a cooling vest significantly improved the time and distance walked under conditions that can provoke heat sensitivity in people with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to a small study. The study, &ldq...

We LOVE hearing from our customers how their ThermApparel Cooling Vest helps them with their daily lives and get's them back in the saddle to enjoys life's simple pleasures, no matter what the activity is. We are a small company (there are only 3 of us, Kurtis, Brad and Julia) so all the lov...

Q. What's the Difference Between SlimCool and ExtendedCool Cooling Packs?  The difference between the SlimCool and ExtendedCool Packs is the amount of cooling material in each. The ExtendedCool Packs weigh a little more so they last 1 hour longer.  • SlimCool lasts 1-2 hours...

Performance Racers are Staying Cool on the Track this Summer. Thanks to the ThermApparel UnderCool Cooling Vest This innovative cooling vest weighs less than two pounds and lasts longer than the competition—improving drivers overall performance.   Imagine a cooling vest with no...

Did you know you can apply for an installment plan with PayPal Credit for your ThermApparel Cooling Vest? If approved you could have up to 6 months to pay for your ThermApparel Cooling Vest interest free!    No Interest if paid in full in 6 months on purchases of $99 or more....

From our humble origins we have been striving to help people live active, comfortable, and safe lives. In a time like this we all need more help and we hope this information on masks and the pitfalls of their use can help.  Remember that if you are overheating you can also make sure to...

A big thank you to Dr. Gretchen for the cool video talking about heat intolerance. She has great tips and suggestions for beating the heat. One of which is our ThermApparel Cooling Vest.    "A lot of people with Multiple Sclerosis, as well as other autoimmune disease...

"What do I need to decide before ordering one of these?" Here are four things to decide before ordering your ThermApparel Cooling Vest.    1. SIZE Why is size so important? Easy answer, the size determines how it works. With 7 sizes XXS - XXL, ThermApparel Cool...

We all know that when we get hot we sweat. This is how our bodies cool themselves down. But what does that really mean and how does it work?   First off, Humans are one of a select few number of mammals that can sweat. Most mammals rely on panting to release excess body h...

In a previous blog we talked about overheating and protective facemasks, the importance of keeping cool while wearing a protective mask and  a Coronavirus Sumer Toolkit. What is a Coronavirus Summer Toolkit? All the essentials items needed to keep you safe this summer. Here's what&#...

Thank you to Barbara Majeski and FOX 5 / Fox5NY.com for featuring the ThermApparel UnderCool cooling vest on your last minute Father's Day gift guide segment on Friday! We're featured starting at about 4:06 in the segment! For more details, visit BarbaraMajeski.com,...

  XXL has joined the ThermApparel line. It's XXCool. Same slim, lightweight, comfortable and invisible design as our other vests with the added bonus of 2 additional cooling packs for a total of 6 per vest. ...very cool! XXL comes in your choice of Black or White an...

Here in ThermApparels home state of New York and many other states across the country wearing a facemask is and will probably continue to be standard operating procedure as we all work to secure a future free of Coronavirus. As the seasons changed and the weather started heating up we started h...

By Michael Irving May 20, 2020 The research was published in the journal Cell Reports. Source: University of Rochester   Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating disease that affects the central nervous system. Now, a new study from the University of Rochester has s...

We are still open for business and shipping orders. By executive order Governor Andrew Cuomo has put New York State on Pause, 100% of the workforce must stay home, excluding essential services.  At present New York State has the largest number of Coronavirus cases, the vast majority...

Things to Do During The Coronavirus Pandemic Suggestions from the folks at Morning Brew Learn new skills Be productive while others are “Netflix and Chilling” and take up a new skill. We recommend diving into the world of data science or “No Code.” Fol...

Stay Informed Stay Cool While you’re living out your best socially distanced life, you can always stay informed with the latest COVID-19 news by visiting the CDC, the WHO, and JHU websites, and check which events are canceled here. Here’s a das...

Regular daily exercise is important for staying healthy and helps alleviate joint pain, stiffness, improves flexibility and may help boost your immune system. You don’t have to join a gym to gain these benefits. Any activity is better than none and virtually anyone, any age and any fitnes...

With an infectious virus, people with chronic illness or compromised immune symptoms are at a higher risk. Here is a list of best practices to reduce your risk of infection with COVID-19, coronavirus, or other viral outbreaks.  WHO’s Protective Plan of Action for Everyone The...

One frustrating fact of cooling vests is that they tend to be bulky, clunky, heavy, and most announce their presence like a 6-pound cyst growing out of your neck. People don’t want to stare or ask questions… but then they stare and ask questions. Thermapparel is flipping the script...

 by Elizabeth Yuko at sheknow.com Though we tend to think of arthritis as a condition that sets in later in life, that’s not always the case. Unlike osteoarthritis — which is caused by wear and tear on your joints over time — rheumatoid arthritis&nb...

Dan is living his life to the fullest and keeping his cool while cycling. Thanks for sharing your story with us! What is your Now I Can story? Share My Story  "My cycling cages used to be reserved for more improvement items. I began putting frozen water bottles in my je...

Stress is your body's reaction to a challenge or demand. In short bursts, stress can be positive, such as when it helps you avoid danger or meet a deadline. But when stress lasts for a long time, it may harm your health. According to the American Psychological Association, the three types...

Costume Cooling Does my costume need a cooling vest? Have a great costume but don’t want to end up a hot sweaty mess at the end of the night? You might need a cooling vest. Check your costume against our handy guide to see if you need a cooling vest or coat with your costume.  ...

Do you know what to do if a service dog approaches you without a person?   Follow the Dog, their owner needs help.  How a service dog might alert you to an issue: They’re going to take their nose and nudge your leg (service dogs are not often trained to jump or bark.)  If...

  Healthline.com always has great articles on diet and health. We had to share the impressie health benefits of pumpkin article with you. This is a summarized version but we recommend you read the whole article.  9 Impressive Health Benefits of Pumpkin Pumpkin is a...

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. Each year, over 200,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Methods of treatment including chemotherapy, surgical removal of the ovaries, anti-estrogen therapy, and radiotherapy can induce meno...

Kurtis grew up on the high plains of Texas and it's an integral part of who he is. He shared some memories of growing up there...   5 years ago, I spent a month in Amarillo, Texas (due to a family issue) after being gone for 20 years. It was extraordinary, like waking up one mo...