Health

In modern use for hundreds of years—and in worldwide use for thousands of years before then—naturopathic medicine is becoming increasingly popular and more widely accepted as a vital component of today’s health care system. With interest growing in naturopathic medicine, you may be one of the many considering visiting a…

Young children’s eye health—like the rest of their physical well-being—is a critical component to establishing a healthy, productive foundation, allowing them to develop visually guided eye-hand-body coordination, fine motor skills, and perceptual abilities necessary to flourish. Taking steps to be sure your preschool child’s vision is developing normally can provide…

You’re not alone: Licensed medical and mental-health professionals can help You know about COVID-19, but what about COVID-15? In a nod to the “Freshman 15” theory of first-year college students gaining significant weight, “COVID-15” is a cheeky reference to people’s pounds gained during this year of stress, isolation, and uncertainty.…

El portal de aplicaciones para Ayuda Con La Renta de COVID-19 de California se abre hoy $2.6 mil millones en ayuda federal para ayudar a los californianos afectados por la pandemia Centro de asistencia telefónica, línea gratuita, organizaciones comunitarias que ayudan con el esfuerzo; y aplicaciones disponibles en varios idiomas…

CA COVID-19 Rent Relief application portal opens today $2.6 billion in federal aid to assist Californians impacted by the pandemic Call Center, toll-free line, and community-based organizations assisting with effort; and applications available in multiple languages to connect hardest hit communities to relief Editor’s note: this news release was distributed…

COVID-19 vaccinations have become increasingly available to millions of people, but that increase has brought with it scam artists attempting to cheat you out of your money and personal information. It’s best to reach out to your health care provider or local health department directly to get legitimate facts rather…

There is a lot of truth to the adage: “The Eyes Are the Windows to The Soul.” That’s because our eyes reveal so much about us. They convey when we’re tired, sad, frightened, angry, happy and they can even help determine other potential systemic health issues such as high blood…

Prevention is key, but contact a licensed professional for assistance Mold can take a hold just about anywhere in your home: bathrooms, kitchens, garages, and more. Learn more about this household issue and how to prevent and control it from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. ABOUT MOLD…

A new study correlates increased numbers of street trees to reduced antidepressant prescriptions, emphasizing the positive role even the smallest and simplest amounts of urban greenspace can play in our mental health. Experts from Germany’s Leipzig University and the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research analyzed health data from almost…

Outside of churches, barbershops and beauty salons are the bastion for the Black/African-American community because of their established authenticity and credibility. Within these establishments, everything from A to Z is covered through in-depth conversations, lively debate, and banter between all ages. Conversely, necessary information is gathered and shared with all…