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We’re building on the momentum of SAMHSA’s 20th Prevention Day and looking forward to National Prevention Week (May 12-18). Approximately 4,300 prevention professionals, researchers and advocates from across the country attended SAMHSA’s 20u Prevention Day was held outside Washington, DC on January 29, 2024. This was the largest Prevention Day gathering to date, offering 83 sessions with approximately 200 speakers – leaders in science, promoting substance use and abuse prevention, and enhancing lives. The synergy and positive energy of the prevention sector was palpable. The opening plenary presented: Miriam E. Delphin-Rittmon, Ph.D., the Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance…
The Brooks Glycerin was once the most comfortable running shoe, with its cushioning stack making it stand out. Now, however, many of the best cushioned running shoes have higher stacks and softer foams than Glycerin—and the Brooks Glycerin 21 is relatively light and low-stack for a cushioned shoe. This makes it a more versatile daily training option than many cushioned shoes, and I rate the Glycerin 21 among the best running shoes for those looking for a cushioning shoe that has pop for faster runs.Brooks Glycerin 21: Price and Availability The Brooks Glycerin 21 was released in February 2024 and…
In many countries with low and low income, access to sexual and reproductive health care (SSR) remains a problem due to, among other things, the lack of evidence to guide policy makers. Financed by AmplifyChange, the French-speaking Africa capacity-building project for the production of knowledge based on sexual and reproductive rights (DSSR) has contributed to the development of mass public dancesssss le numéro spécial de la revue Sexual and reproductive health issues (SRHM). The project was implemented by the Center for Research in Human Reproduction and Demography (CERRHUD) in collaboration with its partners who are the association “Ensemble…
Another unfortunate truth: Pregnancy stretch marks aren’t limited to the belly. According to American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), these signs can appear on the chest, buttocks, thighs… anywhere you gain weight quickly. They will appear suddenly as angry red-purple streaks and eventually fade to better match your postpartum skin, but they won’t disappear completely. (Not to be confused with stretch marks varicose veinswhich are swollen, twisted veins that are just under the skin and usually appear in the legs.) You Snooze, You Snore It’s no secret that sleep becomes elusive once baby hits the scene, but catching Z…
Homelessness is an experience that compromises health in many ways: physical, mental, social, emotional and sexual. For women, this includes menstrual health. Little is known about the extent of this problem. Study: The period of homelessness: a qualitative synthesis of evidence. Image credit: Lisa_A/Shutterstock.com A new study published online at Women and Health reviews the literature on this topic, from practical challenges through emotional distress to demonstrations of resourcefulness in managing periods while homeless. Record Homeless women are often faceless and voiceless in research and health care, even though mental illness is often the cause and/or result of homelessness. Recent…
Winter illnesses are all around us right now – from the common cold, COVID-19 and flu to strep throat and stomach bugs. They all have one thing in common: they can make you feel miserable. These diseases are often accompanied by fatigue, lack of appetite and difficulty concentrating. Sufferers often just want to be left alone, many people even experience sadness and anxiety. Researchers have revealed why this happens. When your body is attacked by a pathogen, some of your immune cells recognize the pathogen and take action to eliminate the threat. To be successful, they must recruit other immune…
We’re big proponents of getting outdoors here at AoM. Spending regular time in nature has many benefits. It reduces stress, fights depression, improves focus and can even speed recovery from injuries and illnesses. Spending time outdoors is also good for a man’s soul. Wild nature can inspire awe and wonder, which keeps us humble and grounded.So how much time in nature do you need to get these benefits?In The crisis of comfortMichael Easter (see our podcast interview about the book) highlighted research by Drs. Rachel Hopman, professor of psychology at the University of Utah, provides a recipe for spending time…
Sarah Ezrin, E-RYT 500, is its award-winning author The Yoga of Parenting: Ten Yoga-Based Practices to Help You Stay Grounded, Connect with Your Kids, and Be Kind to Yourself. She is a freelance writer, yoga instructor and content creator based in the Bay Area. Her willingness to be unabashedly honest and vulnerable along with her innate wisdom make her writing, teaching and social media great sources of healing and connection for many people. Sarah brings a wide range of life experiences to everything she does. She is not afraid to share all sides of herself. He does so in hopes…
In addition to salicylic acid, which is considered the gold standard for acne, several other acids have emerged as strong contenders for treating this inflammatory condition. Glycolic acid and lactic acid are two of the most popular alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) lauded for their wide range of skin benefits, but which is the clear skin hero? In this article, I will compare their properties, discuss their differences, and help you decide whether to choose glycolic acid or lactic acid for acne. Note: I can show you how to never have acne again. If you have acne and want it to…
Relationships are hard. To sustain a romantic relationship for the long term, you need trust, mutual respect and understanding. And very few things can disrupt the harmony of relationships more than the specter of an STD. However, contrary to what many people believe, one can get an STD without cheating. Learn more about how this is possible and what you can do if it happens. Asymptomatic infections The main thing to know about STDs is that most of them appear without symptoms. Even when symptoms do occur, they can often be so minor that they can be ignored or mistaken…