With the return to school comes the prevalence of colds and germs shared in enclosed spaces. And as children return to school across the country, it’s important for those around them to remember that their mental health is as important as their physical health. Most people have read or seen articles about the youth mental health crisis plaguing the country. Due to an ongoing pandemic, lack of in-person social interactions, social upheaval and more, children and teens are facing unique events that even adults don’t know how to handle. Adolescence is already a confusing time without the added fears about…
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Oral health is the condition of the mouth, teeth and orofacial structures that enables individuals to perform essential functions such as eating, breathing and speaking, and encompasses psychosocial dimensions such as self-confidence , well-being and the ability to socialize and work without pain. , discomfort and embarrassment. Oral health varies throughout the lifespan, from early life to old age, it is an integral part of general health and helps individuals participate in society and realize their potential. Oral diseases encompass a range of diseases and conditions that include tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease, tooth loss, oral cancer, oral trauma, noma…
By Ida Babakhanyan, Ph.D.June 28, 2022 MHS photo by Janet AkerThere are a number of symptoms that overlap with various psychological disorders and mild head injuries, commonly known as concussion.1, 2 Mental health issues and mild head injury are also often present simultaneously in the same patient (also called “comorbidities”). 3-5 The link between mild traumatic brain injury and mental health problems makes it difficult to diagnose and plan their treatments separately. Accordingly, treatment guidelines incorporate psychological interventions as part of the multidisciplinary approach to TBI treatment within the Department of Defense.6 This article will discuss TBI and the prevalence…
To prevent tuberculosis (TB), take precautions when spending time around people with TB. Treating a latent TB infection will prevent you from getting sick and spreading the disease to others.Although tuberculosis (TB) is rare in the United States, it remains quite common in other parts of the world. Untreated, tuberculosis can be fatal. But there are ways to prevent it and stop it from spreading. The key to preventing tuberculosis, the active form of the infection, is to treat latent tuberculosis.If you plan to travel, especially if you plan to work in healthcare or in high-risk populations, there are steps…
We’re in the final round of Write to Win! Read the answers from our final two contestants and vote to determine the final winner of this season’s competition. Winner: Fujifilm Instax mini Liplay, JBL headphones, Kindle and a YP certificate First runner-up: Kindle, Build-in Cable Powerbank, HK$500 Eslite voucher and YP certificate Second runner-up: Kindle, HK$300 Eslite voucher and YP certificate JasmineAs a student of history and English literature, these questions were a joy to write and a fun workout for my brain. I hope you enjoyed reading them as much as I enjoyed thinking about and writing my responses.History.…
Lori Leslie, MD, lymphoma oncologist at the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center, discusses toxicities and outcomes observed in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) treated with acalabrutinib (Calquence) in real-world clinics.New agents are entering the CLL therapeutic landscape. Acalabrutinib, a BTK inhibitor, is one of the newest drugs approved for the treatment of CLL in first-line and relapsed/refractory settings. The difference between acalabrutinib and the other BTK inhibitor, ibrutinib (Imbruvica), is the toxicity profile. Some people have become intolerant to ibrutinib and alternative therapies are needed.Researchers at the John Theurer Cancer Center conducted a real-world outcomes…
The majority of people exposed to the bacteria do not immediately experience symptoms of tuberculosis. Instead, the infection can go through three stages:Primary tuberculosis infection This is when bacteria first enters your body. In many people it causes no symptoms, but others may have a fever or lung symptoms. Most people with healthy immune systems will not develop any symptoms of infection, but in some people the bacteria can grow and develop into active disease. Most primary TB infections are asymptomatic and followed by latent TB infection, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (4)Latent tuberculosis infection…
Parents and guardians interested in learning how to support their children on mental health topics can learn more and gain new tools in a free webinar series. In partnership with Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego’s Transforming Mental Health Initiative, the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) is hosting free sessions to help families overcome mental health issues that are all too common among youth. For educators and other school staff who support student mental health and well-being, Learn more about the webinar series designed for school staff. “Our children and adolescents have experienced unprecedented loss and upheaval in their lives,…
Goat cheese is a nutritious dairy product that is packed with vitamins, minerals and healthy fats. Its low lactose levels make it a better choice for people with cow’s milk intolerance.Creamy and with a distinct taste, goat cheese is a dairy product loved around the world.Goat cheese comes in a wide variety of flavors and textures, from soft, spreadable fresh cheese to salty, crumbly aged cheese.Although it is made using the same coagulation and separation process as cow’s milk cheese, goat cheese differs in its nutrient content.Additionally, goat cheese digests differently than cow’s milk and is a hypoallergenic alternative for…