…mental and physical health. The Pain in the Nation: National Resilience Strategy website provides a high-level roadmap for communities to tackle these difficult issues. “To better support the conditions that…
Background According to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, lead paint, and the related dust, is the primary source of lead exposure for New York City…
…during the pandemic. In response to the pandemic, policymakers have eased certain regulations on the delivery of mental health and substance use services. Telehealth requirements have been altered to allow…
…Living with prolonged stress and/or adverse experiences can significantly increase a child’s risk for a range of physical, mental and behavioral problems – increasing the likelihood for hypertension, diabetes, heart…
…with major depressive episodes above 38.1 percent. 29 states and Washington, D.C. increased funding for mental health services in Fiscal Year 2015. 21 states have comprehensive bullying prevention laws. 35…
…makes the prevention of illness and injury a national priority. @HealthyAmerica1 Well Being Trust is a national foundation dedicated to advancing the mental, social, and spiritual health of the nation….
…a mental health and substance use crisis, but we can prevent these tragic deaths.” The most recent Pain in the Nation report from TFAH includes 2020 data and an analysis…
…and Alaska Native people. Population health outcomes are connected to underlying current and historic social, economic, and environmental conditions in all communities. Native communities have inherent strengths but must also…
Christina Mullins is the Deputy Cabinet Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder. Previously, she served as the Commissioner for the Bureau for Behavioral Health, Director of the Office…
…level. Healthy aging is often defined as “the development and maintenance of optimal physical, mental (cognitive and emotional), spiritual, and social well-being and function in older adults.” What needs to…
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