Doors of Hope: “Talk away the dark”- A letter to all families
Dear ReaderIn the light of The National Suicide Prevention Week, I would like to write this letter to you and your family. As a teenager who grew up in a latino family, my parents never really talked about mental health or suicide ideation with me. I understand that it was part of my culture that […]
FDA approves vaccine for RSV
By Chara Vaccine to be administered during pregnancyThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on Aug. 21 that it had approved Abrysvo, a vaccine to be administered to individuals who are pregnant to help protect their babies from contracting respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-related illnesses.“This approval provides an option for health care providers and pregnant […]
How to support a loved one through a suicide crisis
Commentary by Chara How to support a loved one through a suicide crisis When a loved one is experiencing suicidal thoughts, it can be an incredibly challenging and emotional time for them and the people around them.If you know someone who’s going through a suicide crisis, it’s important to approach the situation with compassion, empathy […]
Doors of Hope: Why is it time to talk about mental health?
It was a little after midnight when I received a call that any therapist who is on call fears. LM attempted suicide. I rushed to the hospital, luckily the 14 year old LM was alive. The reason? LM was a victim of bullying at school and claims that the family never believed, listened or knew […]
Medicine approved to treat postpartum depression
By Chara The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has greenlit Zurzuvae (zuranolone), an oral medication to help women dealing with postpartum depression, as multiple media outlets have reported.Postpartum depression is a type of sadness some women feel after having a baby. It can make them feel guilty, worthless, or even consider self-harm or inflicting […]
Health agencies encourage parents to vaccinate their children
By Roberta Pardo One of the best ways for parents to protect their children is by ensuring they have their vaccination shots, health care experts advise.Vaccination shots provide immunization. This immunity is the body’s way of preventing disease. But immune systems are not fully developed at birth, so babies tend to face a greater risk […]
Number of AGS cases difficult to pinpoint, CDC claims
By Chara The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) claims it is difficult to determine the number of U.S. cases of alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), an allergic reaction linked to ingesting certain types of meat; exposure to products with alpha-gal, such as gelatin; and lone star tick bites.Between 2010 and 2022, more than 110,000 […]
How to protect your skin from the sun
Commentary by Chara The sun is important to your health.But too little exposure to the sun can be harmful. So can too much.Specifically, as multiple health care experts have stated, overexposure to the sun’s ultraviolet B radiation can harm your skin, causing a sunburn and perhaps premature aging. Overexposure also can increase your risk of […]
Leqembi receives FDA approval for treating Alzheimer’s
By Chara On July 6, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted traditional approval to Leqembi, a drug used for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, multiple media outlets reported.“Today’s action is the first verification that a drug targeting the underlying disease process of Alzheimer’s disease has shown clinical benefit in this devastating disease,” Teresa […]
Alzheimer’s Association Offers Extreme Heat Precautions for Families Facing Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
Extreme weather situations, such as extreme heat, can have a significant impact on everyone’s safety, but they can be especially stressful and confusing for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.The Alzheimer’s Association is here to help families take measures to prepare for and cope with such extraordinary circumstances. Precautions include:*Make a plan. Regularly check-in on […]