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Young people used to have a lot of sex. For decades, public health campaigns have tried to urge younger people to protect themselves from unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections by encouraging regular testing and consistent condom use. Are you worried about STDs? Don’t leave your sexual health to chance. But times are changing. Younger people are having less sex. This phenomenon is complex and driven by a spectrum of forcesincluding increasing social individuation and isolation, reliance on digital technology to build relationships, changing attitudes and fears about sex and consent, a focus on professional and educational development, and fears…
The recent fascination with British royal baby names reveals that Amelia and George have taken the crown as the most popular choices for parents, while the legendary names William and Harry retain their royal allure. The monarchy’s enduring influence on naming trends continues to shape the decisions of new parents across the UK. Short summary: Amelia retains her title as the UK’s top baby girl name, with George climbing high among the babies. William comes in ninth, while Harry falls to seventh in recent name popularity. The royal family has a lasting impact, influencing choices for classic and royally inspired…
I’ve been a vegetarian for over a decade and have struggled with iron deficiency anemia throughout that time, due to an underlying condition. Iron deficiency is not a given for vegetarians, but it is common. If you think you may have an iron deficiency, ask your doctor for a simple blood test. Here are common iron deficiency symptoms that indicate you may not be getting enough iron on a vegetarian diet. What is iron? Iron is a mineral that is essential for hemoglobin, a protein that carries oxygen to the lungs for breathing and to the muscles for movement. During…
Ultrarunner Vivian Camille learned the hard way how important the right running gear can be. Before her first off-road race, she bought a small, portable water bottle at the starting line, thinking it would be enough to keep her hydrated between aid stations. “We were in the Texas desert—I was running so fast, they hadn’t set up one of the stations yet,” Camille, now a running coach, tells SELF. “I got burned pretty good because I didn’t have enough gear.”Like many trail beginners, he quickly discovered that running off-road requires planning ahead. “You’re going to be in more remote places,…
Waymark, a utility company dedicated to improving access to and quality of care in Medicaid, today published a peer-reviewed study in New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) Catalyst evaluating the impact of its early intervention model in its first year of service. The study found that Waymark’s early community-based interventions significantly reduced hospital and emergency department (ED) visits and improved both patient goal completion and quality of care in 2023. In this large prospective study, researchers evaluated outcomes from Waymark’s early interventions for 64,278 patients covered by two Medicaid health plans and assigned to 2,298 primary care providers (PCPs) covering…
The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and intersex (LGBTQI+) community faces unique challenges related to mental health conditions and substance use disorders, yet is often underrepresented in behavioral health conversations. The LGBTQI+ Behavioral Health Summit held June 24-25, 2024, in Rockville, MD, was a groundbreaking event for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Over the course of two days, members of the LGBTQI+ community and other experts came together to address the mental health and substance use conditions facing the community today. Attendees included representatives from national and local LGBTQI+ organizations and project managers from SAMHSA’s LGBTQI+…
This certification path establishes our NNP™ as industry leaders, fully verified and supported by our team of experts. It equips candidates with a unique skill set to work confidently with healthcare professionals or independently.“The Nutrition Network was originally created to educate medical professionals to integrate TCR into their practice in a way that supports evidence-based treatment. What we have found in our early years is the essential link of a coach/educator/consultant to support medical intervention. What that person is and does is essential to the long-term success of a patient with any lifestyle disease. We don’t just treat diseases medically,…
A multi-institutional team of researchers led by the Hubrecht Institute and the Roche Institute of Human Biology has developed strategies to identify regulators of intestinal hormone secretion. In response to incoming food, these hormones are secreted by rare hormone-producing cells in the gut and play a key role in managing digestion and appetite. The team has developed new tools to identify potential “nutrient sensors” in these hormone-producing cells and study their function. This could lead to new strategies to interfere with the release of these hormones and provide avenues for treating a variety of metabolic or gut motility disorders. The…
The trauma of natural disasters doesn’t end when the storm or fire is gone, or even when communities are reunited and homes have been rebuilt. For many people, disaster displacement has long-term consequences that are often not obvious or considered in disaster relief decisions. we are studying public policy and disaster response. To better understand the ongoing challenges disaster victims face – and how officials can respond more effectively – we analyzed US Census Bureau surveys that ask people nationwide about their experiences of disaster displacement, as well as their stress and anxiety. The results show how recovery from disasters…
October 15, 2024 | Tara Langdale Estradiol is a form of estrogen (the female sex hormone responsible for regulating various bodily processes). Estradiol is available as oral tablets or topical applications such as gels, patches, and vaginal creams. In some cases, doctors may offer estradiol injections. Vaginal estradiol cream is a low-dose hormone replacement cream that is usually prescribed to women who suffer from symptoms of vaginal atrophy or menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal changes. If you use vaginal dilators (or plan to start) and have also been prescribed Estradiol cream, you may be wondering if using…