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2023-08-30 Exclusive: CMS Study Sabotages Efforts to Bolster Nursing Home Staffing, Advocates Say Jordan Rau, KFF Health News The Biden administration last year promised to establish minimum staffing levels for the nation’s roughly 15,000 nursing homes. It was the centerpiece of an agenda to overhaul an industry the government said was rife with […]
Exploring Mental Stimulation for Humans: Strategies, Benefits, and Techniques Editorial Team Mental stimulation is a fundamental aspect of human cognitive health and overall well-being. Just as physical exercise is crucial for maintaining a healthy body, engaging in activities that challenge the mind is essential for cognitive vitality, creativity, and emotional balance. […]
Self Improvement – Journey of Discovery! By: David Gau-Ghan “The way you think, not only affects your own life, but others around you – it affects your world. You have the power to change the world you live in.” – White Star So who, you may ask, is White Star? On face value, […]
Cat Wednesday 2023-08-30 Having cats as pets can be a great source of companionship and comfort. Not only do cats provide unconditional love and affection, but they can also help improve your mental health. Studies have shown that having cats as pets can reduce stress levels, lower blood pressure, and even increase feelings […]
2023-08-29 More Cities Address ‘Shade Deserts’ as Extreme Heat Triggers Health Issues Lauren Peace, Tampa Bay Times and Jack Prator, Tampa Bay Times TAMPA, Fla. — If it weren’t for the traffic along South MacDill Avenue, Javonne Mansfield swears you could hear the sizzle of a frying pan. The sun is scorching with […]
Overview of Anxiety Treatments: From Conventional Approaches to Holistic Therapies Editorial Team Anxiety is a common mental health disorder that can significantly impact an individual’s quality of life. Fortunately, a range of treatments are available to address anxiety symptoms, ranging from conventional medical approaches to holistic therapies that consider the whole […]
Exploring the Role of Marijuana in Treating Health and Mental Health Conditions: Efficacy and Considerations Editorial Team Marijuana, also known as cannabis, has been a subject of interest in the medical and mental health communities for its potential therapeutic effects. Over the years, researchers and clinicians have explored the use of […]
Today in History – August 28 (To stay on page right-click on links to open in a new tab/window) Please note that Today in History is not archived and contents are updated daily. “That men do not learn very much from the lessons of history is the most important of all the lessons […]
2023-08-28 ‘All We Want Is Revenge’: How Social Media Fuels Gun Violence Among Teens Liz Szabo, KFF Health News Juan Campos has been working to save at-risk teens from gun violence for 16 years. As a street outreach worker in Oakland, California, he has seen the pull and power of gangs. And he […]
2023-08-28 Book Review: Two Critiques of America’s Ailing Health Care System by Lola Butcher Ilana Yurkiewicz’s patient was in the emergency room and fading fast. Born with a severe kidney condition, the patient — she calls him Mitch Garter — required a perfectly timed medication regimen, including a high dose of potassium, to keep his […]