Black overdose rate tops white rate for first time in decades, study finds

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A landmark study shows a troubling trend for Black people — they are now dying from drug overdoses at a rate higher than whites. The...

Enjoy the Outdoors: Preparing for Spring Allergies

Spring is just around the corner and for many, its arrival signifies an end to hibernation-like habits formed in winter. From physical exercise such...

Most Common Acupuncture Truths and Myths Explained

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Acupuncture is an ancient technique of Chinese medicine that consists of introducing very thin needles to certain points of the body to act on...

Clinical trial shows testing saliva for COVID-19 is as reliable as nasal swab

As the highly transmissible Delta variant of the virus that causes COVID-19 surges in the United States and around the world, rapid and accessible...

In stressful jobs, depression risk rises with hours worked, study in new doctors finds

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The more hours someone works each week in a stressful job, the more their risk of depression rises, a study in new doctors finds. Working...

Is The End of One Emergency the Beginning of Another?

By Mekel Harris, Ph.D., NCSP, PMH-C, CAGCS Today, May 11, 2023, marks the expiration date of the federal public health emergency for COVID-19. Nearly three...

During cardiac arrest, Black and Hispanic Americans less likely to receive CPR

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When Black and Hispanic Americans experience apparent cardiac arrest, they are far less likely than white counterparts to receive bystander aid through cardiopulmonary resuscitation...

Study finds evidence emotional support animals benefit those with chronic mental illness

A team led by a social work researcher at The University of Toledo has published the first empirical evidence that emotional support animals can...

Despite Allergies, Asthma, a COVID Holiday Can Still Be Merry and Bright

You already downsized your Thanksgiving due to COVID-19, and now you’re contemplating a smaller celebration for the holidays. Unfortunately, your allergies and asthma still...

4 Steps to Walk Away From Loneliness

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There are plenty of times where we may be alone—working remotely, commuting solo, or even living by ourselves. Just because we’re by ourselves doesn’t...

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