To change the old adage a walk a day can keep the doctor away. New research presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting has found that walking for 30 minutes a day and doing some yoga has shown promise in some cancer patients. The Guardian said these physical activities reduce fatigue and reduce the risk of spreading cancer. One potential reason yoga has had this impact on patients has to do with inflammation. The Guardian said that inflammation can increase the risk of cancer spreading in the…
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For men, relationship satisfaction may prevent workplace burnout
Burnout in the workplace is increasingly prevalent around the world and has a negative effect on employee performance and well-being, as well as the overall productivity of the organizations in which people suffering from burnout work. This phenomenon causes considerable mental fatigue, emotional exhaustion, depersonalization (a state in which people feel disconnected from their bodies, emotions, and thoughts), and a decline in personal fulfillment. While a significant amount of research has already explored the causes and mechanisms of burnout, the role of personal relationships has been largely overlooked. Now, a…
Read MoreHHS awards funding to states, tribes and college campuses to help prevent youth suicide, part of Biden-Harris effort to address mental health crisis
The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), today awarded $5.9 million to states, tribes and college campuses for suicide prevention programs youth. Thanks to President Biden, we are finally and seriously saying to young Americans struggling with their mental health: We are listening. The support is here, HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra said. Support is here for young people through their colleges and universities, foster programs, and countless other youth service organizations. Too many young lives are cut…
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