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As more mental health crisis centers open across the state, here’s what you need to know

NC Health News

By Taylor Knopf Last month, the state health department announced $13 million in funding to open four new community mental health crisis facilities in Lenoir, New Hanover and Pitt counties by the end of the year. Screenshot of tele-townhall held by the NC Department of Health and Human Services on Jan.

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The Colorado Psychedelic Mushroom Experiment Has Arrived

KFF Health News

The National Institute on Drug Abuse , part of the National Institutes of Health, says the risk of mental health problems caused by ingesting mushrooms in a supervised clinical setting is low, but may be higher outside of a clinical setting. Kennedy Jr. said in a social media post last year, before his nomination as U.S.

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Ten Low-Cost Interventions to Provide Mental Health Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries

BMJ Global Health

Mental health challenges are a growing concern in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), with over 75% of those needing mental health treatment receiving no treatment at all. Limited resources, stigma, and a lack of trained professionals make addressing these issues difficult.

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Three Doctors Revolutionizing Healthcare Access for Us

Black Health Matters

Currently a medical student, Joel is a passionate advocate for health equity, making complex topics accessible and engaging for all. Beyond his dedication to digital education, Joel is committed to mentoring future generations of healthcare professionals. Joel shares his perspective on health education and leadership development.

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Benzodiazepines — A Prescription for Dependency and the Fight for Change

Mercola

In conventional mental health treatment, benzodiazepines have long been a staple for managing anxiety, insomnia and various other conditions. 2 Scott Petersons journey further exemplifies the devastating physical and mental toll of these medications. 3 Committee hearings reveal the contentious nature of this legislative effort.

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The Power of Breastfeeding

Mercola

In a powerful episode of Doctors and Scientists on Childrens Health Defense TV, host Brian Hooker, Ph.D., 1 Rapoport and Isles, both advocates for maternal and infant health, shared insights into the bodys innate wisdom and the need for nurturing practices that respect natural design. This shift is largely due to strategic marketing.

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Study Challenges the Current Definition of Obesity

Mercola

When it comes to diagnosing obesity, BMI (body mass index) has been the primary tool used by health care professionals. However, it has well-known flaws, such as failing to measure fat distribution and overall metabolic health. 1 The shortcomings of BMI The researchers point out that that BMI alone is a poor predictor of health.