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Day 3 Recap of the 2024 Mental Health America Conference Mental Health America wrapped up the third and final day of its annual conference with robust programming that explored new approaches to substance use disorder, lived experience research, student approaches to improving mental health on college campuses and the vital role of spirituality in one’s well-being. It started with a keynote speech by Dr. Nzinga Harrison, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer at Eleanor Health. Dr. Harrison, a psychiatrist, addiction medicine specialist, author, speaker and activist, emphasized a “cultural” approach to mental health in addition to the traditional biopsychosocial model. Specifically,…
Recent studies have shed light on an alarming trend in breast cancer outcomes: Black women are more likely to die from all types of breast cancer, even the most treatable ones. As a black female physician, I find these statistics troubling and believe it is vital to understand the factors that contribute to this disparity and what can be done to address it. What the data reveals A study published in Journal of Clinical Oncology revealed that black women are 40% more likely to die from breast cancer than white women, despite similar diagnosis rates. The study also showed that…
Is climate change affecting eczema? According to recent research, it is—but it depends on where you live. In this post, we take a look at the impact climate change can have on your symptoms and what you can do to make your skin look and feel more comfortable. Climate change affects eczema: What the research shows Scientists published a new review in June 2024. They looked at 18 studies that looked at the effects of climate risks and atopic dermatitis (AD), another name for eczema. They found that most climate hazards had evidence of worsening AD symptoms, with effects varying…
I would like to preface this by saying that the following story is solely my experience, I am in no way implying that everyone should feel the same way as me nor do I assume that my experience is universal. But if there is one person out there who feels the same or similar to how I feel about this situation, then here’s to you not feeling so alone. I’ve been diagnosed with anxiety for years, I’ve tried (and often use) all the “standard” techniques. breathing exercises, counseling, you name it. In some cases these helped, but at a time…
Within: Need an easy dinner? This Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage & Veggies cooks up in 30 minutes and is slathered with a flavorful, kid-friendly sauce. This quickly became one of our favorite dinners. As a cook and nutritionist, I love that it’s quick, easy and full of veggies. As a resident dishwasher, my husband appreciates that there is only one dish to clean. Ingredients you need for chicken sausage and vegetables in parchment paper Sweet potato 4 Chicken Sausage Links: I use ALDI’s Apple Chicken Sausage. You can also switch to kielbasa. Broccoli Peppers: Choose a sweet variety (look for…
A new study reveals that 12 weeks of supplementation with the coffee compound cafestol significantly reduces body weight and visceral fat in people at risk for type 2 diabetes. Study: Effects of 12-week supplementation with the coffee diterpene cafestol in healthy subjects with increased waist circumference: A randomized, placebo-controlled trial. Image Credit: PeopleImages.com – Yuri A/Shutterstock.com Researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial (RCT) in a recent Nutrients study to evaluate the effects of pure cafestol on insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance in healthy subjects with increased waist circumference at risk of developing insulin-dependent diabetes. Background Diabetes is a growing metabolic…
As we approach the November presidential election, it seems like half the country can’t imagine how anyone could vote for Donald Trump, given everything we know about him. The other half of the country can’t believe that someone could vote for the other, even though the other is now a woman. I’m a psychologist specializing in gender-based health care and perhaps one of the few people who predicted (in writing) that Donald Trump would be elected in 2016 (six months before the election). You can read my May 7, 2016 article, “The Real Reason Donald Trump Will Be Our Next…
EspañolSeptember 25, 2024, it is World Breast Dense Day. Mammogram? No one likes to have their chest squeezed like a pancake. But now there’s a new reason to make sure you schedule one. From September 2024, the The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires all mammogram reports to include information about your breast density. This is a big step in the right direction for women’s health. In the United States, 50% of women over 40 have dense breasts, which makes it difficult to detect breast cancer before it spreads. This new decision keeps women informed, enabling them to discuss additional…
Tired of struggling with stubborn blackheads and whiteheads that just won’t go away? You’ve tried everything from multani mitti masks in besan masks, in short, every home remedy you have at your disposal, but those blackheads and whiteheads feel permanent. You are not alone! Many of us have faced the frustration of these annoying blemishes. However, with the right skin care routine and a few simple steps, you can achieve clear, healthy skin free of blackheads and whiteheads. So, what exactly are blackheads and whiteheads? Why do blackheads appear and what can you do to get rid of them? If…
Those who believe that sex ceases to play an important role in people’s lives as they age may want to reconsider. A 2017 national survey of seniors conducted at the University of Michigan revealed that 40% of men and women between the ages of 65 and 80 are still having sex. For those in relationships, that figure rose to 54%. 61% of survey participants reported that sex is still an important factor in their quality of life. However, the experience of sex can change during a person’s lifetime, largely due to physical changes associated with aging, but also due to…