Brain Health
Marijuana – Safe for Adolescents?
There is no doubt that marijuana holds a special place in American pop culture. It frequently appears in Billboard chart-topping songs, in high-profile celebrity Instagram posts, and is even celebrated in yearly festivals. In...
Brain Health
Help for Substance Abuse in Your 20s
It's Friday night, and everyone in the dorm is getting ready to go out. Your roommates are pregaming before heading out to the bar. They hand the liquor bottle to you. As the night...
Hip
Beginning an Exercise Routine
For people of all ages, regular exercise is one of the best ways to stay healthy. It can slow the aging process, lengthen your life and improve brain health. If you don’t have a...
Brain Health
Caregiver Stress and Depression – A Silent Health Crisis
With April comes warmer weather and sunnier days. Still, there comes a time to shine a light on one of America's most significant issues: stress. April marks National Stress Awareness Month, and as our...
Substance Use
When Your Young Adult is Using Drugs
Susan counts the pills in her oxycodone bottle again. It confirms her suspicion. She’s been running out faster than before, even though she is taking them precisely how her doctor instructed. Susan has noticed...
Cancer
What You Need to Know About Head and Neck Cancer
April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that head and neck cancers account for approximately 3 percent of cancers diagnosed every year in the United States and affect more than...
Organ Transplant
End-Stage Renal Failure Treatment Options: Dialysis or Kidney Transplant
Your kidneys are small but mighty organs tasked with the job of filtering 200 quarts of blood and about two quarts of waste and water every day — all in an effort to keep...
Health & Wellness
Emergency Preparedness: Keep Yourself and Your Family Safe
We don’t like to think about it, but emergencies can strike at any time. From major disasters to health scares, it’s important to be prepared so you and your family can cope with whatever...
