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 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...

  I was talking to someone about hugs the other day and we both agreed that there is nothing in the world better than a good hug. The simple action of a hug can change a person's day for the better. A recent study on hugging says that more frequent partner hugs helps to lower blood p...

  My ThermApparel vests saved me this summer!  I wasn't sure I could do the things I love with the heat we've had but... NOW I CAN spend a day out in the sun at the QuickChek Balloon Festival!  I could visit all the vendors and walk the whole way! and most importantl...

ThermApparel exists to get people up and out for a healthier life. We want everyone to have the ability to enjoy friends, families, and fun outdoors. Doctors always tell us how beneficial exercise is and how an active lifestyle pays dividends; it is like compound interest to your health account. I h...

Great info from NOAA If you plan on being out and about in summer, chances are you’ll be exposed to a lot of sun and higher temperatures.  How much heat can a person safely endure? It depends.  Between 1999-2010, more than 7,400 people died from heat-related causes, ...

Overview Heat exhaustion is a condition whose symptoms may include heavy sweating and a rapid pulse, a result of your body overheating. It's one of three heat-related syndromes, with heat cramps being the mildest and heatstroke being the most severe. Causes of heat exhaustion include expos...

This came to us via Multiple Sclerosis News Today and we wanted to share it.  In partnership with @Point of Care, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) is offering a comprehensive educational video series about multiple sclerosis (MS). The concise, 12-par...

cool news It’s hard to swoon over June if you are living with heat sensitivity. Our goal at ThermApparel is to help bring balance between living a full life and living with a chronic illness. In celebration of the first day of summer the UnderCool Bundle is ON SALE, 15%, off for 3 days,...

Last month ThermApparel was selected as a finalist for an Addressing Unmet Needs in MS: An Innovation Challenge. The event was sponsored by Celgene and Lyfebulb, (an awesome company whose mission is to reduce the burden of many chronic diseases through the empowerment of patients) This m...

We are in the process of creating a new website and want to get cool testimonial videos from all our customers!. We’ll plan to use these videos on social media and the website. We would love to have 2 videos from you.  - speaking about what you can do because of your UnderCool - sh...

cool news “May” I have your attention please. Lol… pun aside May is a great month at ThermApparel. Spring is bouncing along in Upstate NY and for our friends in the south and west it has sprung. Please remember all the safety tips for the heat, take it slow a...

LupusChick visited us! We had the pleasure of meeting Marisa Zeppieri, Founder/Editor in Chief of LupusChick, a few weeks ago. Little did we know that we are right in each others backyards. She came to the office and we got to meet her and her wonderful husband. We outfitted her with a UnderCool...

This is near and dear to ThermApparel's heart because of an opportunity like this the 2 co-founders were able to create the beginnings for the UnderCool Cooling Vest. We are spreading the word because good design does make a difference in the world. The Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Cent...

This is near and dear to ThermApparel's heart because of an opportunity like this the 2 co-founders were able to create the beginnings for the UnderCool Cooling Vest. We are spreading the word because good design does make a difference in the world. The Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CM...

cool news cool news Change is in the air, winter has changed to spring and for our friends in the Southern Hemisphere it’s time for cooler temps and the change to winter.   Here at ThermApparel we like change, especially Phase Change (that is the i...

How Do You Wear A Cooling Vest Like UnderCool? Most cooling vests on the market come in a few sizes and are meant to be worn over your t-shirt. Since the majority of cooling vests are ice and gel based the t-shirt is very important to keep your skin from getting ice burns or wet from condensation. T...

Unfrozen UnderCool PCM Cooling Pack How Long Does it Take to Recharge PCM Phase Change Material Cooling Packs? Recharging times will depend on the type of PCM (phase change material). Not all PCM's are created equal. ThermApparel uses a non-toxic bio-based PCM that out-preforms paraffin, salt...

What is Phase Change Material (PCM)?PCMs are substances that absorb and release thermal energy during the process of melting and freezing. What does that mean? Simply, they act as a heat sink to absorb your body heat slowly over time to keep you cool and comfortable, even in humid environments. The...

UnderCool Cooling Pack sold in 4 cooling packs to 1 set. Sold with UnderCool Cooling Vest or as individual sets. A cooling vest works by lowering or stabilizing body temperature. This helps make exposure to uncomfortable temperatures more bearable. Cooling vests are used by people suffering...

Yes! UnderCool is a lightweight cooling vest designed to keep you cool and comfortable. Soccer mom wearing her UnderCool, on her way to her daughters soccer practice. The unisex design is perfect for women and men with heat sensitivity the need a cooling vest for multiple scl...

Tips for Applying to A Cooling Program for Financial Assistance with a Cooling Vest Please note: You can only get an UnderCool Cooling Vest from the MS Foundation. UnderCool is not available through MSAA, but they do have other cooling options that might work for you. There many foundations and orga...

Tips for Filing an Appeal Letter for A Cooling Vest The National MS Society publishes a Health Insurance Appeal Letter Toolkit for Clinicians, It's ok if you are not a clinician, you can still use the template for the Cooling Vest Appeal Letter. You have to scroll down quite a bit to get to the Cool...