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PECOS, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – We’re looking at the lack of access to mental health resources in some rural communities, as a lack of resources can have a negative impact on a child’s development.Well, now one local school district has partnered with a counseling app to provide 24/7 access to these students. It’s called “Alongside,” and the district just launched the service in December. “Mental health services are not as well-served in Pecos, so it’s nice to have them available to students 24/7,” said Lynn Price, head counselor and LPC for the district. “We feel like mental health is something that’s…

By Theresa Carr Adams County Senior Council Administrative Assistant To ensure Ohio seniors have convenient access to fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs and honey, the Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) is modernizing the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) for 2024 and beyond. Many eligible Ohioans age 60 and older will have the choice to use a mobile application or a physical card to access nutritious produce at farmers markets across the state. “We wanted to make it easier for Ohio’s seniors to bring healthy foods into their homes while supporting local farmers,” said ODA Director Ersel J. McElroy. “The…

The Biden administration plans to launch a new initiative in the fall to address the serious mental health crisis among America’s youth. of Youth Mental Health Corpsis the first initiative of its kind to recruit and train young people to support their peers through mental health challenges. Young people, ages 18-24, will be trained and certified to support young people in schools, community organizations and local health clinics, while also building a pipeline for these volunteers to pursue career paths in mental health. The initiative, created by AmeriCorps, the Schultz Family Foundation and other organizations, will launch in some of…

Those Cookie Monsters! Chips Ahoy fans are dismissing the new recipe as half-baked and demanding that the owners of America’s best-selling chocolate chip cookie brand reverse the less-sweet changes. In March, Mondelez announced new “MMM Improved” versions of its snack staples, in collaboration with actress and singer Keke Palmer. Chips Ahoy’s surprise recipe update, which debuted in March, wasn’t well-received by some fans. Mondelez International Inc. According to the Daily Mail, this is the boldest revamp of the iconic sweet in nearly a decade. The befuddling bakers, who reportedly tested out a whopping 60 different recipes before choosing, proudly announced…

Attachments One in four children worldwide faces severe food poverty due to inequality, conflict and the climate crisis – UNICEF Children experiencing this level of food poverty are up to 50 percent more likely to suffer from life-threatening malnutrition, a new analysis finds. NEW YORK, 6 June 2024 – Around 181 million children under the age of five worldwide – one in four – live in severe child food poverty and are up to 50 percent more likely to experience wasting, a life-threatening form of malnutrition, according to a new UNICEF report released today. first time, Child Food Poverty: Early…

GOSHEN — Cultivate Food Rescue is once again partnering with Goshen Health and Goshen Community Schools to offer a free lunch program series in city parks.In addition to Goshen Community Schools’ summer lunch program, Goshen Health will be offering its Summer Health Lunch Bunch program each week at Shanklin, Pringle and Hay parks, and Cultivate will be handing out free weekend frozen food backpacks on Fridays.The Summer Health Lunch Bunch program aims to improve the health of the community by providing interactive health education to students and their families at participating summer meal sites. According to a hospital press release,…

RACINE, Wis. — Mental health is so important to overall well-being, and finding the right support can be difficult. Luckily, Racine offers a variety of resources to help residents navigate mental health challenges. Whether you’re looking for emergency help, ongoing treatment or community support, this guide will connect you to the right resources so you or a loved one can receive the care they need. Sign up for daily newsletters from Racine County Eye. Immediate mental health support Crisis Text Line: Text “HOPELINE” to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor 24/7. This free, confidential service provides immediate support…

RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) – According to a survey by the National Mental Health Alliance, more than 36% of Vermont adults reported symptoms of anxiety or depression in February 2021. But with a shortage of healthcare workers, one new telehealth company is looking to fill the gap.”Some people are waiting three, six, even eight months to get their first appointment, and a crisis waits for no one,” said Tiny Ray, founder of Telemedicine Essentials of America.Ray was a longtime nurse in Vermont and is now spearheading an effort to improve access to mental health care across the state through telehealth. “If…

In the health world, there are few things that are hard to believe, such as advice about vitamins and supplements and how they work. A study published in BMJ Medicine last month looked at the risk and benefit profile of fish oil on heart health, and found that years of research suggests that taking fish oil regularly may have a small positive effect on heart health. increase The risk of cardiovascular events, such as atrial fibrillation and stroke, was reduced in people who were not at high risk. Researchers have found benefits from taking fish oil supplements in people who…

Access to wellness in its many forms is essential to building a strong personal foundation. Spaces where we feel fully understood, supported, and affirmed help us do just that, especially for those who are marginalized. LGBTQIA+, Black-owned wellness centers are empowering our most vulnerable. These vital organizations address health disparities and promote self-care through advocacy, education, and empowerment. 1. Cuties — Los Angeles, California Source: Kiri Kwehilani/Cuties Los Angeles If you’re in the Los Angeles area, check out Cuties, a community space offering in-person and virtual events for queer and transgender people. Hoping for an alcohol-free gathering, Cuties began as…