The National STI Strategic Plan aims to reverse the recent dramatic increase in STIs in the United States and reduce STI-related health disparities. Ultimately, it aims to improve the health of our country’s population and reduce STI-related health care costs. The STI Plan defines a vision as well as goals, objectives and strategies to respond to this STI epidemic. The goals, objectives and strategies provide a road map for a broad range of stakeholders, including public health, healthcare, government, community organizations, educational institutions, researchers, private industry and academia, to develop, improve and expand the prevention and amelioration of STIs. care…
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We live in a time where health-related pseudoscience and misinformation are rampant and causing real damage. THE pandemic clearly stated this fact. Pseudoscience and disinformation have notably been able to spread under the guise of “alternative medicine”. That is to say by definition, alternative medicine encompasses health practices that exist outside of conventional health care. In reality, these approaches to health are either unproven or disproven, and they are often pseudo-scientific in terms of their theoretical justifications and the set of arguments on which they are based. article continues after ad While regulated health professionals, including psychologists, are required to…
55. Marcela Sabia: Brazilian illustrator, Sabiá offers words of affirmation, love and comfort displayed with her works. Follow us to read her articles on anxiety, body acceptance, and uplifting others.56. Latinx Grief: Created by Paulina Isabel Almarosa, a licensed clinical social worker and counselor, this thread offers “grief support and education through storytelling.” During a very painful time, this resource can help you manage some difficult feelings. As a second-generation Mexican American, Almarosa pays particular attention to the particular forms of grief experienced in immigrant communities.57. Contigo Well-being: This organization hopes to provide “equity and access to mental health education…
Geneva, Switzerland, January 22, 2023 (PAHO) – The 154th session of the Executive Board of the World Health Organization (WHO) began today in Geneva, Switzerland. During the week, Council members will discuss more than 40 health-related topics, including WHO’s 14th General Program of Work (GPW14); prevention, preparation and response to health emergencies; accelerate national and global responses to antimicrobial resistance (AMR); and the impact of climate change on health, among other priority issues. In his opening speech, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted the Organization’s achievements in 2023, including ending COVID-19 and mpox as a global health emergency .…
June 1, 2022, 9:40 a.m. Press staff — Survey results show that AAFP members consider clinical orientation one of the most valuable benefits of membership. That’s why last year the Academy updated the Clinical Recommendations section of AAFP.org, starting with three conditions: COPD, diabetes, and, most recently, obesity. Each new clinical guidance webpage integrates clinical, implementation and education guidance to ensure standardized patient care for conditions commonly encountered by family physicians. Manage your practice helps members learn about chronic care management, coordinated care, and annual wellness visits, and includes descriptions of various CPT codes and quality measures. Implementation tools and…
Oats will forever be a breakfast my must-have, that I do classic oatmeal or the ever popular mixed oatmeal. However, on busy mornings, nothing beats evening oats. This is an easy, no-cook version of the classic breakfast that only takes minutes to prepare. Make them the night before, store them in your fridge to soak, and you’ll have a fresh, creamy grab-and-go breakfast waiting for you in the morning. The best part? Because they’re so quick, you can easily change them up with different flavors and toppings each time you make them.Get the Easy Overnight Oatmeal Recipe.
It is not uncommon for a person feeling a lack of motivation from time to time. Most of us will feel this way at some point in our lives. “A lack of motivation often indicates that you need to rest, recharge and re-evaluate how you develop your energy,” explains Aisha R. Shabazz, a licensed therapist and clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders. “Our global society is very goal-oriented, so I think a lot of people struggle to be motivated because they become burned out from constantly striving to do everything, all the time, at 110%. »…
Brief, focused group therapy (FBGT) is another strategy that increases access by allowing participants to practice their skills in a safe environment. The model, which involves 8 to 12 group therapy sessions, was developed by Whittingham while he was an associate professor of clinical psychology at Wright State University. Providers at the counseling center had long waiting lists and desperately needed an intervention that would fit into the school calendar system. “I knew students were concerned about their relationships and I wanted to use the power of the group to help people,” Whittingham said. Participants take a pre-assessment called an…
Small, significant changes can have a big impact on your overall health and well-being. In 2024, commit to taking small steps to change your daily routines and habits to benefit your health. 1. Eat a healthy diet What Balanced diet Appearance may differ from person to person, depending on your culture, where you live, and the food available locally. Yet the principles are the same: making informed choices can help you improve the way you eat. Reducing your intake of foods high in salt, free sugars, saturated fats and trans fats may seem overwhelming at first, but simple steps add…
18 / 24 You can’t go further south than succotash. This healthy Mardi Gras food comes from my mother, who was a fantastic cook. This dish made her famous, at least among everyone who tasted it. —Rosa Boone, Mobile, Alabama 19 / 24 My grandmother used to prepare it for our family on special occasions. We love continuing this delicious tradition. —Tonya Cline, Greenville, Ohio 20 / 24 Try serving this spicy halibut recipe with garlic mashed potatoes, warm, crusty bread, and a crisp salad to entice your crew. After trying a few halibut recipes, this one is my family’s…