admin FREETOWN, Sierra Leone (AP) – Abdul Jalloh was the only psychiatrist in Sierra Leone when he took over the only psychiatric hospital on the outskirts of the capital. Now six years later, the young doctor is leading a revolution in mental health services in West Africa. He ended the practice of tying patients to … Read more
The federal government must respond to a parliamentary inquiry into online gambling. Last year an inquiry, chaired by the late Labor MP Peta Murphy, recommended a three-year freeze on gambling advertising leading to a total ban. But there are reports that the government will stop with some ban. This would remove gambling from social … Read more
Georgia native Jaten Collin Dimsdale, better known by his stage name Teddy Swims, has become one of the biggest names in the world of R&B and soul after his hit single “Lose Control” . Before gracing the Lollapalooza stage with Southern charm and swagger on the festival’s final day, Swims chatted with the Sun-Times … Read more
These delicious lunch recipes are some of our best, with 4 and 5 star ratings from our readers! To help you feel full, they’re high in fiber or protein (or both) with 6 grams of fiber and 15 grams of protein per serving. They are also low in calories, which can support weight loss, and … Read more
For this latest study, the team of Dr. Miller looked at reports submitted to the FDA’s Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) from the second quarter of 2005 to the first quarter of 2024. They found 287,201 adverse events related to the drug group. According to research, older GLP-1s, such as Byetta and Victoza, have … Read more
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Dr. Kaaren Mathias coordinates an international team studying the quality of mental health goods in Ghana, India, Occupied Palestine and South Africa. Dr. Mathias is a public health practitioner and Senior Lecturer in the School of Health Sciences at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC). It … Read more
EDITOR’S NOTE – This story includes discussion of suicide and sexual assault. If you or someone you know needs help, the US national suicide and crisis line is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org. Young people are moody. Because of the hot mess of hormones that … Read more
Macomb County officials are resisting an attempt by the state of Michigan to renew their contract with the county’s Community Mental Health agency that could cost the agency millions of dollars by reducing CMH’s savings from that of Medicaid, including going back and taking money. from previous years. The county’s Board of Commissioners earlier … Read more
Different states have rules and regulations about what medications are allowed. What may be a permanent order at home may be considered illegal or require special permission in other countries. Here are five common types of medications that can cause problems when traveling, to ensure that the trip goes smoothly within customs. 1. Opioid drugs … Read more
My two year old gets eczema behind the ears and knees, and it can be very itchy and painful. Is there a natural lotion I can use? The short and simple answer is yes – calendula lotion can help relieve itching and breakouts almost immediately and is a great topical solution to have for … Read more