Maternal health in the United States faces a stark and unsettling reality: Despite being one of the wealthiest nations, the US lags significantly behind other developed countries in maternal mortality rates. Even more alarming is the profound disparity in outcomes, with Black and Native American women experiencing maternal mortality rates two to three times higher…
A recent pharmacy ad for a drugstore chain that probably has a location within five miles of your house paints an interesting picture. In the advertisement, a man walks in wanting to know how Medicare will cover his new prescription. The smiling pharmacist says, âMedicare, Mr. Johnson?â Note that he did not tell her his…
Healthcare is unique in that it doesnât typically change much over the years outside of technological advancements. However, the people who work within healthcare can affect the system. Thatâs especially true if they offer unique perspectives, like spirit-led nurses. Spirit-led nurses use their faith and spirituality to treat patients and even care for themselves. The…
You can tell a lot about a community by the state of its collective mind. Mental health treatment may not sound like something that stretches out beyond the people directly participating. Not at first, anyway. But between the counselor and the patient, there is an invisible network of people impacted by the treatment. No, not…
Social work, at its core, is a profession driven by a deep-seated desire to help others and improve society. But beneath this overarching mission lies a tapestry of diverse specializations and career paths, each offering a unique canvas for individuals to express their individual callings and make a meaningful impact. Whether your passion lies in…
Life often feels overwhelming with constant changes and unexpected challenges. It can be difficult to focus on your mental and physical health during such times. How can you manage stress when everything around you feels chaotic? What steps help maintain balance when uncertainty takes over your daily routine? Many struggle to find practical ways to…
If your body were a building, your spine would be the steel framework holding everything together. The spine connects the brain to the rest of the body through the nervous system and supports your head, shoulders, and torso. When healthy, your spine keeps you balanced, mobile, and pain-free. Yet, according to the World Health Organization,…
Vacations often promise relaxation, yet they don’t always leave us feeling truly renewed. This demonstrates that a restorative vacation doesnât just happen by accident. It takes thoughtful planning and the right ingredients. If youâre eager to work out how to organize this kind of trip, listen up as we go over the essentials for crafting…
[Image Source] Many engineers reach a point in their careers where they start thinking about whatâs next. Theyâve gained strong technical experience, led successful projects, and contributed to important systems or products. However, advancement often seems tied to moving away from the work they love. For some, the idea of going into management sounds like…
Tight shoulders after a particularly stressful day, a stomach that knots up when you think about something from years ago, or a tension headache that comes out of nowhere. We like to think of emotions as things we deal with in our minds, but our bodies remember, too. The truth is, many of us are…