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octobre 19, 2022Like
Ozempic Went TikTok Viral as a Weight Loss Drug — Now There’s a Serious Shortage for Diabetic Patients Who Need It
Rachel Garrett Mercer remembers the day she was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. “The first thing my doctor told me was that I ‘didn’t look diabetic’,” she said. “Looking back, it’s hard to imagine anyone saying that, because diabetic doesn’t look like one thing. Everybody is different.” Following her diagnosis, Mercer’s day-to-day life completely changed. She was placed on an insulin pump and a continuous glucose monitor to help manage her insulin, but as she describes it, the disease is shek
octobre 19, 2022Like
The Life-Changing Hope of New Treatments for Clinical Depression
Reviewed by Virginia Lindahl, Ph.D. When Susan Gayhart heard about ketamine as a depression treatment, she wasn’t optimistic. “I’d been hopeful in the past, trying different medications, waiting for weeks to see any kind of improvement,” said Gayhart, a writer and photographer. “And I just never did. I didn’t have any hope that ketamine would be better.” Despite her reservations, Gayhart — who struggled with severe depression for decades — decided to give it a try. Within a week, she Healthy
octobre 19, 2022Like
Your Emotions Can Indeed Affect Your Bowels
If you’ve ever been in an important high-pressure situation only to feel the urge to run and do number two immediately, this might be why. Turns out, Mother Nature has her own natural laxative — and I’m not talking about shredded carrots or prunes. I’m talking about anxiety, fear or excitement that can cause you to need to go to the bathroom ASAP. If you have certain triggers or places that make you go to the bathroom or keep you shek
octobre 19, 2022Like
2023 HCD Conference Seeks Session Speakers
The Healthcare Design Conference + Expo opened the call for presentations for the 2023 event, scheduled Nov. 4-7 in New Orleans. The annual conference, focused exclusively on the design of healthcare environments, is home to an educational program driven by industry experts who share case studies, research, best practices, and new approaches. All conference sessions must qualify for continuing education units, with four distinct learning objectives and one hour of content delivered. HCD Conference + Expo, in partnership with The healthcare
octobre 19, 2022Like
How To Stop Comparing Yourself With Others?
“Stop comparing yourself to other people: you are an original. We are all different and it’s okay.” – Joyce Meyer. You must have been advised a million times to not compare yourself to others. But, do you listen to them? I think it’s easier said than done. I have asked many people not to compare themselves with others but many times I’ve found myself dwelling in the wrath of comparison. Have you ever noticed that many people, especially educators use comparison calmsage
octobre 19, 2022Like
10 ways to look after your mental health in winter
As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, we explore some simple ways to take care of yourself this winter For some, a change in season can bring about a certain energy. It may be excitement as we watch nature shift outside our window, or perhaps joy about what’s to come this season. For others, however, a change in season can invite a particular sense of dread. Autumn and winter specifically can spark a low mood, as the bright happi
octobre 19, 2022Like
Understanding Phasmophobia (Fear of Ghosts): Let’s Face Your Fear Together!
Phasmophobia is the fear of ghosts or phobia of the supernatural which merely includes supernatural things like vampires, witches, ghosts, and more. I am not going to directly mention the names of supernatural things because it might evoke irrational fear while reading this blog. Phasmophobia can be highly triggered by watching a movie, documentary, or show that includes the presence of ghosts. Sometimes, imagining the whole scenario or recollecting memories related to them can also trigger severe anxiety which can calmsage
octobre 19, 2022Like
Understanding grief: a guide to helping a loved one through bereavement
While it’s inevitable, discussions around death can be taboo. Here, our expert columnist Bhavna explores the ways grief can enter the rich tapestry of life Grief is a curious thing. It invites us, sometimes against our will, to visit an internal world that leaves us shaken, staggered, broken, and bereft. It appears in our life unannounced, even at times when we know it is imminent – the end of a relationship, or through a terminal illness. Grief doesn’t always relate happi
octobre 19, 2022Like
Returning from rock bottom: real people share their recovery stories
What does it feel like to reach rock bottom, and start to recover from that? We hear from three people who’ve reached out and received much-needed support from charities in the toughest of times. By sharing their experiences, they hope to help you, or someone you love, to reach out, too… Consuming the news right now can be alarming, especially if you need help with your mental health and wellbeing. We’re constantly faced with stories illustrating how stretched NHS and happi
octobre 18, 2022Like
Your Ethnicity Could Actually Impact the Length of Your Period, Study Says
One surprising factor could affect the length of your menstrual cycle: your ethnicity. A new report from researchers at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is shedding light on how menstrual cycles vary among people who menstruate. The research team analyzed data from 12,608 volunteer participants via a period tracking app. In total, they investigated more than 165,000 unique cycles. Researchers also intentionally recruited participants based on whether they menstruate, not their gender identity. “This is important because shek
octobre 18, 2022Like
Selma Blair Drops Out of ‘DWTS’ Due to MS: ‘I Pushed as Far as I Could’
Selma Blair has dropped out of Dancing With the Stars to put her health first. The Cruel Intentions star announced she was bowing out of Season 31 of the competition on Monday’s episode, citing growing concerns about pushing her body too far while living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). She has been battling the potentially disabling neurological condition since 2018. “You know I’ve been monitored and in touch with my doctors this whole process,” the 50-year-old actress told her dance partner shek
octobre 18, 2022Like
Suddenly Backed Up? The Reason For Your Constipation Might Surprise You
It’s a fact: Constipation happens to the best of us. For the 4 million people in the U.S. affected by this kind of no-go circumstance, the side effects are no joke. In addition to the standard bloating and abdominal discomfort, constipation can result in more serious symptoms like lower back pain and fever. And despite its prevalence, tracking down the cause isn’t always easy. Our digestive system can be sensitive—sometimes even the smallest change can throw off its rhythm. The shek