In a rare move, the Colorado Capital Development Committee unanimously recommended that another legislative committee reject a bill that asked voters to approve a higher excise tax on alcohol and marijuana to fund a new mental health hospital in Aurora. Sponsored by Rep. Bob Marshall, D-Highlands Ranch, and Sen. Judy Amabile, D-Boulder, House Bill 1301 … Read more
RALEIGH, NC (WLOS) – The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has announced a statewide online mental health bed registry aimed at reducing wait times and ensuring that people in crisis receive care as soon as possible. According to a news release, the Department of Behavioral Health’s Central Availability Navigator (BH SCAN) is … Read more
Tampa, Fla. — USF Health’s College of Medicine nearly doubles the number of hours students will spend learning about nutrition. This comes as the US Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Education received voluntary commitments from schools across the country to require at least 40 hours of nutrition education or the … Read more
Every March, fans fill the brackets, cheer for the cheerleaders, and call for the buzzer beaters that keep them on the edge of their seats. While only one team eventually lowers the net, the habits that get them there are formed long before tip-off. Nutrition works the same way. If you’re trying to level up … Read more
For more than 45 years, the Transitional Mental Health Association has provided professional support and support for individuals transitioning back into the community with mental health disorders. Started in San Luis Obispo County in 1979, the initial emergency care and case management efforts expanded in the mid-1980s to offer clients employment options, including working in … Read more
If you already include high-protein foods in your diet but still aren’t hitting your protein goals, it can be helpful to start your day with a high-protein bagel, which can pack up to 20 grams per serving. What exactly is a protein bagel? “To increase protein content, manufacturers typically add a concentrated protein source such … Read more
Key words Sweet bread is easy to digest and may help with blood sugar because it is a fermented food. Whole wheat bread is high in fiber and nutrients like magnesium and potassium, making it a great choice for fullness and overall digestive health. The healthy choice depends on your individual needs and taste – … Read more
In recognition of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month in March, the MS Awareness Month campaign features a series of stories highlighting the real-life experiences of people affected by MS, written in their own words. Follow us facebook, Instagram, Xand Pinterest For more stories like this, using the hashtag #MSAwarenessMonth, or read on The complete series. When … Read more
Iranians live in a war zone. The attacks of Israel and America are targeting not only Tehran, but many places in the whole country. Shortly before the start of the war, people took to the streets to demonstrate against the dictatorial regime. The Islamic Republic brutally oppressed its citizens, whose protests for freedom and democracy … Read more
Monique Coombs Director of Community Programs at the Maine Coastal Fishermen’s Association, where she works in the watershed and leads fisheries initiatives. Jordan Rubin is a 2025 James Beard Foundation semifinalist for Best Chef of the Northeast, and was recently honored as one of Food & Wine’s 2025 Best New Chefs. Maine talks a lot … Read more