Students participate in a workshop hosted by the Center for Belonging and Social Change. Credit: Courtesy of Madison Eagle The Center for Belonging and Social Change is hosting a self-care workshop focused on the Black experience around mental health discussions on Thursday in celebration of United Black World Month. Led by Madison Eagle and Darreon Greer, the free workshop held at the Ohio Union, entitled “Bouncing Back: Self-Care and Community Care”, will delve deeper into topics such as self-care, self-soothing, and community care. Eagle, CBSC’s coordinator for student belonging and support, said she was inspired to host the workshop after…
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Healthier environments could prevent almost a quarter of the global burden of disease. The COVID-19 pandemic reminds us once again of the delicate relationship between humans and our planet.Clean air, stable climate, adequate water, adequate sanitation and hygiene, safe use of chemicals, protection from radiation, healthy and safe workplaces, healthy agricultural practices, cities and environments Buildings favorable to health and preserved nature are all prerequisites for good health.
BenefitsOffers writing prompts to help you journal your thoughts and feelingsMemberships include weekly therapy and support group sessionsOffers financial assistance to those who qualifyThe inconvenientsDoes not accept insuranceThe exact price depends on your location, therapist preferences and availability.Best help is an online therapy platform that offers an app that subscribers can download from Google game or the App store. The app allows you to attend weekly therapy sessions using only live chat, video, or audio. The app’s journal feature lets you track your thoughts and goals. For therapy with a journaling option, BetterHelp is our top choice.THE National Alliance on…
Photo by Su Quanxin: Courtesy of Zhu MeilingAs in many places around the world, how to maintain a healthy lifestyle is a popular topic in China, where it is called Yangsheng. However, the busy schedules of today’s youth prevent many of them from doing everything they can to stay fit. This is why a new concept called pengke (Punk style) YangshenThe g has gradually become more widespread among some Chinese people, especially among those in their 20s and 30s. While Yangsheng emphasizes taking time out of your schedule to live a healthier lifestyle, health punk is more about incorporating healthy…
Wake up on Christmas morning is one of the best feelings ever. The holidays may have only just begun, but they’re already filled with joy and excitement, especially when you have a festive Christmas brunch planned! Just Ask Ree Drummond Who Made Christmas Brunch One of Her Favorites holiday traditions. “Our first order of business is opening present”, said Ree, “then it’s time to eat! “They’re going all out for the holiday feast with fried quail, biscuits and gravy. Want to try something new for Christmas? Our Hen Bread Pudding and Sheet Pan Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches will definitely be a…
Evidence for treatment of methicillin-resistant diseases Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX), clindamycin, doxycycline or minocycline was found to be based on limited data, according to a systematic review published in the Annals of Pharmacotherapy. Currently, the The Infectious Disease Society of America (IDSA) recommends vancomycin and linezolid for the treatment of MRSA pneumonia, although the former has been associated with low clinical success rates and the latter with significant toxicities. To study the effectiveness of alternative therapies, the authors conducted a literature search (from 1946 to May 20, 2019) to identify studies in which TMP-SMX, clindamycin, doxycycline, or minocycline…
(Editor’s note: This article includes discussions on the topic of suicide. Additionally, the fundraiser mentioned in this article took place on September 9, 2023.) About a year ago, the beautiful stretch of river in my life started to take on a different look. I did everything to avoid crossing, but the rivers flow into the sea and do not ask permission. I talk about this in more detail in a previous mental health edition of Little Did I Know which you can find on this link. But today, I’m not here to talk about that. I’m here to go back…
Click to enlarge Last fall, Champlain College offered a course in magazine publishing as part of its professional writing program. The 11 students in the class accomplished all the tasks that writers and editors do: determining the tone of the publication, developing story ideas for short articles and longer features, writing and editing articles, design pages and proofread texts. But even in a hands-on class like this, the teacher has the power to decide. Kim MacQueeneditor-in-chief of Champlain College Publishing Center, developed and taught the course — and came up with the magazine’s theme: health and wellness. So, as a…
These buttery layered bars are the best dessert to take to any New Year’s Eve get-together. Millionaire’s Shortbread is a New Year’s tradition in many Scottish families, so why not make one at home too?Get the The millionaire’s shortbread recipe.
This transcript has been edited for clarity. My name is Dr. Gregory Scott Brown, director of the Center for Green Psychiatry and affiliated professor at the University of Texas Dell Medical School, and I report for Medscape on the importance of mind-body medicine for men . Mind-body medicine focuses on how interactions within the mind, including thoughts, feelings, and emotions, relate to physical health and well-being. A mind-body practice may include guided imagery, progressive muscle relaxation, acupuncture, meditation, or yoga. Let’s be real: men are lukewarm when it comes to integrating a mind-body practice into their own lives. Many prefer…