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2023-11-18 Compensation Is Key to Fixing Primary Care Shortage Michelle Andrews Money talks. The United States faces a serious shortage of primary care physicians for many reasons, but one, in particular, is inescapable: compensation. Substantial disparities between what primary care physicians earn relative to specialists like orthopedists and cardiologists can weigh into medical […]
From Unwanted to Unforgettable Editorial Team Once upon a time in a small town, there lived a scruffy, forlorn dog named Charlie. His matted fur and mismatched eyes made him stand out, but not in the way most dogs dream of. Charlie had spent most of his days in the local […]
Unlocking Your Full Potential: A Blueprint for a Long and Happy Life Editorial Team In the quest for a fulfilling and joyful life, unlocking one’s true potential is paramount. This journey involves self-discovery, personal growth, and the cultivation of positive habits. By embracing your strengths, overcoming limitations, and fostering a resilient […]
Dog Day Saturday 2023-11-18 Owning and interacting with pets, according to studies, can be a form of therapy for many. We have dedicated Saturday to dogs and Wednesday to cats, when we will post an article on each of those days. We will also post articles on occasion about other animals people may […]
2023-11-17 It’s Getting Harder to Find Long-Term Residential Behavioral Health Treatment for Kids Aaron Bolton, MTPR HELENA, Mont. — Connie MacDonald works for the State Department at the U.S. consulate in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It’s a dream job, and she loved living abroad with her two sons. But earlier this year, MacDonald said, […]
Mental Health Friday 2023-11-17 On Mental Health Friday, we post, in alphabetical order, one per week, information on mental health disorders. Mental Health Friday is for informational purposes only, and is in no way meant to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Please do not self diagnose and seek professional help for what […]
The “Not to Do” List By Brendan Mcdonald Harnessing the power of the “Do Not Do” list Maximizing efficiency and rest We all know it is necessary to be somewhat organized to get through life. The changes in our mental function make necessary special types of organization, like always putting your […]
Birdfeeder Battleground: Winning the war against squirrels (Joan Casanova) For bird lovers, the sight of a bushy tail hanging off the side of a feeder means one thing: war. Love them or loathe them, most birders agree they don’t want squirrels in birdfeeders where they can devour seed meant for birds. Squirrels have to eat, […]
2023-11-16 The Unusual Way a Catholic Health System Is Wielding an Abortion Protest Law Judy Lin A Catholic hospital system is suing several California patients and their advocates because the patients allegedly refused to be discharged. The suits invoke a novel legal approach: accusing them of trespassing under a California law intended to […]
Neuroplasticity in Action: Unraveling the Complex Tapestry of Brain Rewiring After Injury Editorial Team Neuroplasticity, also known as brain plasticity or neural plasticity, refers to the ability of the brain to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life. This process is particularly crucial in recovery after brain injury, as […]