MERRILL, Wis. (WJFW) – Governor Tony Evers visited Merrill High School today to meet with students, teachers and faculty to discuss student mental health issues. The visit was part of Evers’ plan to address what he calls a “burgeoning crisis” in mental and behavioral health. The governor declared earlier this year that 2023 would be the “Year of Mental Health.” Today, he praised MHS students for their efforts in growing the “Raise Your Voice” program at the school.“The fact that they’re willing to come together and talk about it is paramount,” Evers said. “They want to work with others to…
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Although the practice of Ayurvedic medicine has many benefits, it is important to keep in mind that although it has been around for thousands of years, there are few clinical trials published in Western journals to demonstrate its effectiveness, according to the NCCIH. Nevertheless, here are the potential health benefits of the Ayurvedic approach.May promote resilience to stressThrough diet, lifestyle changes, exercise and movement, as well as yoga and breath work, Ayurveda improves the health of your body. resilience against stress. “The goal is to create an inner experience of calm and confidence that allows you to be able to…
Self-care is important, but do you know what it looks like? “I can’t seem to find the time to take care of myself.” “I wouldn’t know where to start.” “I feel selfish even talking about this.” These are some of the things we might say to ourselves or hear from others when the topic of self-care comes up. But not taking good care of ourselves can leave us demotivated and burned. article continues after ad Take a vacation, for example. Too few of us take time off, even when we deserve it. Americans are half as likely to take a…
Cervical cancer poses a serious threat to global health, killing more than 300,000 women each year. It is a disease that disproportionately affects women in low- and middle-income countries in equatorial Africa, Latin America and Southeast Asia. Yet it is a preventable disease and decades of research have produced the tools needed to eliminate it.Aware of this urgent public health issue, the editorial team of Preventive medecine, led by Editor-in-Chief Dr. Eduardo Franco, Director of the Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Director of the Gerald Bronfman Department of Oncology at McGill University, publishes a special issue entitled “From science to…
The theme for National Nutrition Week 2020 was “Eat well, bite by bite. The theme for National Nutrition Week 2018 was “Go further with food” and in 2017 it was “Optimal infant and young child feeding practices: better child health”. This time theme focuses on the main source of nutrition which should be chosen wisely and requires you to explore the nutritious food options provided by mother nature. Also, nutrition The week propagates a holistic approach towards a healthier society, one theme at a time. National Nutrition Week: History National Nutrition Week was started in March 1973 by members of…
(KNSI) – Families are preparing to come together for the holidays, for better or worse. Experts offer advice for dealing with a loved one who always brings up uncomfortable conversations about relationships, global conflicts, work or politics. Dr. Steve Loos, clinical director of the Mental Health Center of Central Minnesota, said it’s important to set boundaries and let the other person know how they’re making you feel. Then change the subject. “When you choose a topic to try to change, bring up a topic that you know is meaningful to the person who is supposed to be talking about the…
If you work in an office or of the House, you probably know all too well what it feels like to sit for hours on end with no breaks in between. If this is your daily experience, you probably experience pain and stiffness throughout the day. Additionally, research suggests that too much sedentary time could also contribute to additional health complications. A report published by JAMA Cardiology in June 2022, revealed the impact of sitting for too long on people from 21 different countries. Although this study is one of the largest published on this topic, it is not the…
You want to eat healthier, and you’re focusing on meals that not only taste good, but can also help keep your heart healthy.And for good reason: more and more people are dying cardiac disease in the United States than any other disease.We are here to help you on your journey to better heart health. Try one of these five easy and delicious heart-healthy lunch options from cardiac dietitian Kate Patton, RD, LD. Each one will give you the energy you need to face your afternoon.Also learn what constitutes a heart-healthy meal so you can make smart lunchtime decisions.What makes a…
This summer, the UConn Healthy Family CT SNAP-Ed program within the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources (CAHNR) has expanded its nutrition education programs that encourage healthy eating for low-income seniors. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal program designed to help low-income people afford healthy foods. SNAP-Ed adds the all-important educational aspect to help people understand nutrition and become informed shoppers. “Part of the SNAP-Ed program is providing nutrition education to those who need it most so they can use their food dollars wisely,” says Donna Zigmont, UConn SNAP-Ed registered dietitian. UConn Healthy Family CT SNAP-Ed…