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People with cognitive disabilities — such as autism, attention deficit and memory loss — are less satisfied with their health care than the general population, according to a study published by a Rutgers researcher. The study, published in Journal of Disability and Healthexamined how a national sample of adults experience the care they receive and the factors that contribute to their experiences. People with cognitive disabilities were less likely than people without cognitive disabilities to report that providers listened carefully, explained things or gave advice in a way that was easy to understand, spent enough time with them, or…
Human Rights Day is celebrated on 10 December and is a time to reflect on the fundamental rights and freedoms that every person is entitled to. While many people associate human rights with issues such as freedom of speech, equality and access to education etc., it is important to recognize that mental health is also a critical aspect of this. It includes the right to express your thoughts, feelings and concerns without fear of stigma or discrimination. When people feel heard, they experience a sense of validation and respect, which can have a profound impact on their overall mental health.…
In a recent study published in the journal JAMA Network Open, researchers assessed clinical characteristics and patterns of post-COVID-19 status (PCC) among United States veterans. Their study cohort included 388,980 veterans who were documented to experience shortness of breath, fatigue, cough, brain fog, and changes in their sense of smell and hearing. Encouragingly, vaccination was found to have a protective effect in these individuals. This study highlights the need for intensive, routine, and accurate documentation of symptoms in survivors of COVID-19 for both research and clinical care. Study: ICD-10 Code U09.9 Documentation Rates and Clinical Characteristics of VA Patients with…
Your menstrual cycle doesn’t have to be a hindrance to your sex life. Some people don’t mind period sex. Although it’s a completely personal choice, is it wise to wear a menstrual product while having sex? The thought of having sex with a tampon can make you wonder if you should take it out first or just proceed with intercourse.Can you have sex with a tampon?Penetrative sex with tampons is not recommended, says Dr Aruna Kumari, obstetrician and gynaecologist. Here are some problems you may encounter:1. Discomfort or painFriction and movement during sexual activity can cause discomfort or pain as…
When our kids start school and start making friends, we sometimes find ourselves developing relationships with their friends’ parents. But here’s the thing: We may not want to be around these people. If our kids are friends, should we be friends with their parents too? No. And we don’t have to feel guilty about it. It can be great if our kids’ friends have parents we enjoy being around and become fast friends with, but that’s not always the case. We may be trying to force a strange friendship out of an obligation to our children. Chances are, if we’re…
When it comes to healthy cooking, it’s relatively easy to replace common allergens or ingredients like butter, milk, cream, and cheese with dairy-free alternatives. Many cooking recipes are runny and flexible – this means that changing milk from almond milk to cream of broccoli soup is not going to dramatically change the consistency or flavor of the dish. Dairy-free baking is a bit trickier. Since baking is a scientific process that relies on specific properties of ingredients to help the shape, consistency, texture and rise of baked goods, working with dairy-free baking substitutes isn’t always that simple. We’ve experimented a…
Share this: I have a great guest post for you today. I was recently invited back on the More Train, Less Pain Podcast hosted by my good friends Dr. Michelle Boland and Dr. Tim Richardt. This season on their show they are focusing on training around injuries. This is one of my wheelhouses (along with deadlifts, how to look rockin’ even when you’re wearing a sweatshirt, and Ted Lasso), as I always preach the benefits of finding each client or athlete TRAINED MENU. My episode – #13 – was released today (links below), but in conjunction with it Tim was…
Many Black Americans thought to be at high risk of developing kidney disease have a protective genetic variant that negates the extra risk, according to a new study by Columbia researchers. The study found that high-risk individuals who carry this variant have a risk of developing kidney disease much closer to that of the general population. The findings will have an immediate impact on clinical practice, says study leader Simone Sanna-Cherchi, MD, associate professor of medicine at Columbia’s Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Physicians should take a closer look at their patients and determine whether they should be…
In a world where societal pressures often dictate how we should look and present ourselves, finding our personal style and dressing for ourselves becomes an empowering act of self-expression. There are several effective ways to boost our confidence in how we look, speak and behave. Numerous studies have highlighted the deep connection between dressing for confidence, how we see ourselves, and a person’s mental well-being. Ordinary dressing rituals, for example, can help people ward off depressing or anxious thoughts. Otherwise, cuts, colors and patterns enhance our mood. FashionUnited explains that clothes are associated with specific roles. So fashion is more…
Once you’ve invested in a reliable pair of adjustable dumbbells or a set of barbells for your home gym, it’s not hard to see that only these can get you there. Adding one of the best weight benches helps you improve your workouts at home by doing different exercises and more importantly, different muscle groups. With the right weight bench, you can do bench presses, overhead bench presses, sit-ups, and more. but filtering through benches of different weights to find the one that best suits your needs can be difficult.There is no shortage of options available when shopping online. Whatever…