Taking a gap year is a decision that is far from simple. An unconventional path after finishing high school, a gap year can prove to be a major turning point in your education and career. On the one hand, a gap year can provide a student with much-needed time to explore their interests and recognize the career they wish to pursue. Engaging in recreational activities, traveling, and nurturing your creative side can also mean that you begin the next chapter of your education with a reinvigorated mind and are able to perform better. On the other hand, taking a gap…
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A version of this story appeared on CNN’s What Matters newscast. To receive it in your inbox, sign up for free here. CNN — Most Americans probably think that the fight over Obamacare, better known as the Affordable Care Act, has been going on for years. Democrats signed the law into law without Republican help in 2010, and Republicans largely spent the next seven years actively trying to repeal it. That congressional repeal effort effectively ended in 2017, even though Republicans held the White House and both chambers of the Capitol at the time, even though he was then a…
Comment on this storyCommentAdd to your saved storiesTo safeguardIn the middle of a growing exodus of advertisers Faced with anti-Semitism on his social media site, Elon Musk told advertisers he didn’t want their money – in no uncertain terms.“Fuck you,” Musk said Wednesday at the New York Times DealBook conference, addressing the growing list of advertisers who have stopped spending money on that Musk himself amplifies anti-Semitism and racism on the social network. media site. He appeared to specifically call out Disney Chief Executive Bob Iger, whose company was among those to suspend advertising on X, saying, “Hey, Bob.” Iger…
By Dr Archana Dubey, Chief Medical OfficerUnited Healthcare of California With the holiday season, students across the country finish their homework and exams for a long vacation. For many, it is a time to rest, recharge and reconnect with friends and family. This can also provide an important opportunity for adults around students to learn about their mental health and well-being. In middle school, our children’s lives are full of new experiences; While exciting for many, coping with academic pressures and growing independence can also lead to mental health issues, including anxiety or mood disorders that might need special attention.…
Health Horoscope Today, November 30, 2023: Here’s what your daily health horoscope says about your health, work and relationships. Aries health horoscope today Your health and well-being are top priorities today, Aries people. With your high energy and enthusiasm, you are perfectly placed to take on new challenges and progress on your fitness journey. Whether it’s trying a new workout routine or exploring new healthy recipes, now is the perfect time to make positive changes in your life. Just be careful not to push yourself too hard and ignore the warning signs of burnout. Listen to your body and make…
It turns out that Gerry Turner, the swooning 72-year-old ABC star “The Golden Bachelor” isn’t as “golden” as fans have been led to believe. Ahead of the show’s finale on Thursday, The Hollywood Reporter published a deep dive into Turner’s past, revealing inconsistencies regarding his career and romantic relationships that allegedly took place shortly after his wife’s death. The self-description “desperately romantic” quickly garnered audience sympathy during the series’ first episode, when he tearfully spoke about Toni, his wife of 43 years, who died of an infection just a month after the couple moved into the nursing home of their…
Sophia Y. Wang, MD, MSCredit: LinkedInA national study of people affected type 2 diabetes (T2DM) in the United States revealed complex barriers to seeing an eye care professional for diabetic retinopathy screening, with factors related to social determinants of health and socioeconomic status.1The study, including nearly 12,000 participants with T2D, found that factors associated with eye care in the previous 12 months included higher education level, higher income and insurance status, while that food insecurity and housing insecurity were associated with not receiving eye care during the same time period. .”Our findings highlight self-reported barriers to seeking care and the…
Outlook Dentist McKinney TX Launches New Website Designed to Help Patients Find the Right Dentist McKinney, TX, November 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — McKinney TX Dentist launches a new website designed exclusively to help patients find the right dentist in McKinney, TX. Everyone should see a dentist at least once a year for a routine exam. In addition to cleaning the teeth, this allows problems to be quickly identified and preventive measures to be taken. But a visit to the dentist is not as simple as it seems. Many find dental visits intimidating because they think they will be painful…
This webinar was recorded on November 29, 2023. Immigrants, who make up 14% of the U.S. population, are not inherently less healthy than their native-born counterparts. But research shows that their health deteriorates the longer they live in this country. One of the main reasons is that there are barriers to accessing care, in part due to lack of English proficiency and lack of health insurance. Non-citizen immigrants tend to work in low-wage jobs that don’t offer this benefit. In this webinar, Margarita Martín-Hidalgo Birnbaum, AHCJ health manager for health equity, spoke with KERA immigration reporter Stella M. Chávez, the…
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — This month, 10 On Your Side is giving you a glimpse into life in the Navy through our series “On Deck: The Navy Experience.” This week we tackle a difficult topic: mental health in the military. Suicide rates in the military increased slowly between 2011 and 2022, according to the Department of Defense’s 2022 Military Suicide Report. However, the report said the rates in 2022 and 2021 were slightly lower than in 2020. In April 2022, three sailors connected to the locally based USS George Washington committed suicide. 10 On Your Side’s Marielena Balouris was recently…