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Back to school: Nurse seeks training to help bridge mental health care gap in rural NC

NC Health News

By Jennifer Fernandez As the mental health crisis for adults and kids worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, Ivy Bagley decided to go back to school for one more certification. I decided during the pandemic, when we could not get kids seen for mental health, I wanted to be part of the solution, Bagley said. She graduated in December.

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Staying Sharp: 6 Pillars of Brain Health

Black Health Matters

For those aged 50 and above, keeping your mind sharp is not just about memory. Overall well-being and quality of life are key factors of wellness and brain health. Brain health encompasses a wide range of factors, from cognitive function to emotional balance. Brain stimulation is an important component of brain health.

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Racism and Codeswitching Are Aging Our Brains

Black Health Matters

Racism is not just dangerous for your mental and emotional health; it can age your brain. A new study from the Journal of the American Medical Association found that “repeated exposure to racial discrimination has been associated with a greater incidence of brain health disorders.”

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Discovery of stable genes offers insights into aging and longevity

News Medical Health Sciences

A new research paper was published in Aging (Aging-US) on January 27, 2025, in Volume 17, Issue 1, titled "Age-invariant genes: multi-tissue identification and characterization of murine reference genes."

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Digital determinants of health important with growing technology usage

Association of Health Care Journalists

As health journalists, many of us have written about or are familiar with social determinants of health (SDOH) — how the places where people are born, live, learn, work, play, worship and age affect health, functioning, and quality-of-life outcomes and health risks. But certain populations remain challenged.

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The Multifaceted Benefits of Glycine on Aging and Chronic Inflammation

Mercola

Recently, glycine has gained attention in the scientific community for its anti-inflammatory properties and ability to slow down the aging process. Glycine’s Impact on Aging and Longevity As the global population grows older, the need for safe interventions to maintain vitality becomes increasingly important.

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Ultraprocessed Foods Are Sabotaging Your Muscle Health

Mercola

A revelation from recent research highlights that consuming higher amounts of ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) elevates the risk of developing low muscle mass by 60% in young and middle-aged adults. Maintaining adequate muscle mass is key for overall health and functional independence as you age.