Why Silence Weighs Heavily On The Mental Health Of Marginalized Communities
By America Paredes, Associate Vice President of Partnerships and Community Outreach at Mental Health America
Silence is complicity.
I am a Latina immigrant, and …
FDA Advises Consumers Not to Use Hand Sanitizer Products Manufactured by Eskbiochem
FDA advises consumers not to use any hand sanitizer manufactured by Eskbiochem SA de CV in Mexico, due to the potential presence of methanol …
Annette, Age 57, Diagnosed at 52
Annette experimented with cigarettes as a teenager, smoking occasionally. But by the time she turned 20, Annette was a regular smoker.
Annette lives in
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5 Things College Students Should Include In a Plan for Their Wellness
By Sandra M. Chafouleas, The Conversation
As a psychologist and the mother of two college-aged students, I am concerned about my children’s future emotional well-being. I …
This Surprising Discovery About Shaking Babies Will Save Lives
By Milan Toma
Babies are at far greater risk of brain damage than previously thought. Even activities that seem innocent, like a run in …
New Sexual Health Services and Resources During COVID-19 Pandemic
Free condoms, lubricant, and HIV self-test kits now available for home delivery. Sexual Health Clinics offering telehealth services, as well as limited walk-in services at Chelsea and Fort Greene locations. Sexual and reproductive health service provider directories available online.
June 9, 2020 – The Health Department today announced citywide home delivery of safer sex products and HIV self-test kits to supplement sexual and
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Getting Your Workplace Ready For COVID-19
When someone who has COVID-19 coughs or exhales they release droplets of infected fluid. Most of these droplets fall on nearby surfaces and objects, …
Instead of Welcoming a Baby, Black Pregnant Women Are Dying
By Marilyn Silverman
Your doctor has wonderful news for you—you’re pregnant. Both you and your partner happily count the days until you will welcome …
Pandemic Preparedness In The Workplace And The Americans With Disabilities Act
INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION
PURPOSE
This technical assistance document provides information about Titles I and V of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and pandemic planning …
AFT President Randi Weingarten on the U.S. Supreme Court Decision to Grant Cert on the Affordable Care Act
WASHINGTON—Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, whose 1.7 million members include nurses and healthcare professionals, issued the following statement after …