At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the US Department of Health and Human Services declared a federal public health emergency. The public health emergency impacted the cost of COVID-19 tests, vaccines and treatments; flexibility around telehealth appointments; and added flexibility for providers, and is set to expire…
In recent years, we’ve seen growing recognition and appreciation for what I’ve witnessed during my three decades as a mental health professional and behavioral health executive – our mental health is directly linked to our physical health, and vice versa. If you’ve ever experienced stress, anxiety, grief, or…
Following on from our previous blog, We’re with you every step of the way!, the appetite to help and engage with RoSPA Awards Entrants extends to the whole RoSPA Health & Safety Awards team. We caught up with two more members of the RoSPA team, Julia Small and…
Shares of agilon health, inc. (NYSE:AGL – Get Rating) saw an uptick in trading volume on Friday . 2,514,877 shares were traded during trading, a decline of 0% from the previous session’s volume of 2,526,085 shares. The stock last traded at $23.35 and had previously closed at $23.37.…
More than ever before, mental health is a topic for open discussion in the media, within our social circles and of course at work. Mental health and wellbeing is all about how we think, feel and behave, and is usually caused by a reaction to a difficult life…
A new study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders has found a correlation between a highly inflammatory diet and an increased risk for depression. And the researchers state their findings will have an impact on public health, as it’s an indication that a controlled diet could potentially…
The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department in Washington has obtained multiple court orders requiring a Tacoma residents to get treatment for her active tuberculosis, officials told NBC News on Friday. The woman has thus far refused to isolate or take the necessary medications, according to Nigel Turner, the department’s…
MADRID (AP) — Spaniards spent a record high amount on private health insurance last year, according to data released Wednesday,… MADRID (AP) — Spaniards spent a record high amount on private health insurance last year, according to data released Wednesday, amid growing discontent with the country’s once-prized public…
MARTINEZ, Calif. (KRON) — Toxic dust fell over Martinez while families were at home celebrating Thanksgiving, and Contra Costa County health officials want an oil refinery to face consequences for failing to sound the alarm. On Wednesday, Contra Costa Health requested that the District Attorney consider taking legal…
Have you ever heard the saying “water is life?” Properly, it is true. Water is a necessary nutrient. Our physique can’t produce adequate water to stay, so we have to eat water by way of meals and fluids to outlive. Sustaining hydration is likely one of the most…