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Garmin’s fitness and health tracking metrics explained: Find out what your smartwatch is telling you

There is a wide variety of sports wearables that offer insight into our heart rate, breathing, recovery, training, and health. Of the brands competing in this arena, Garmin is one of the biggest and most well-known, but what are the metrics actually tracked by Garmin smartwatches? And what do those measurements really tell you? I … Read more

Conservative MP Brendan Clarke-Smith lashed out at online attack on women’s mental health

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Conservative MP sentenced for unsolicited attack on woman’s mental health (UK Parliament) A Tory MP has been widely criticized for a tweet attacking a woman after she thanked the Samaritans for offering mental health support at Glastonbury. Advertisment Brendan Clarke-Smith has lashed out at political commentator Tan Smith, who calls himself Supertanskiiii on Twitter, calling … Read more

NYC Health + Hospitals President and CEO, Dr. Mitchell Katz, named to City & State’s “The Power of Diversity: Pride 100” list – NYC Health + Hospitals

NYC Health + Hospitals President and CEO, Dr.  Mitchell Katz, named to City & State's "The Power of Diversity: Pride 100" list - NYC Health + Hospitals

NYC Health + Hospitals President and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Mitchell Katz, was named to City & State’s “The Power of Diversity: Pride 100” list Dr. Katz is recognized for creating a safe haven for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers seeking healthcare that meets their specific needs June 26, 2023 New York, New York Advertisment NYC Health … Read more

The new ACP president pushes for health to be a right

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Source/Disclosures Disclosures: Healio was unable to confirm material financial information at the time of publication. Advertisment ADD A TOPIC TO E-MAIL ALERTS Advertisment Receive an email when new articles are posted on Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Advertisment ” data-action=subscribe> Subscribe We were unable … Read more

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More and more prisoners in California are requiring gender-affirming health care, including surgery

More and more prisoners in California are requiring gender-affirming health care, including surgery

No trespassing signs outside Kern Valley State Prison on Nov. 15, 2022. (Larry Valenzuela, CalMatters/CatchLight Local) By ANABEL SOSA | Cal Matters The number of California prisoners requiring gender-affirming health care more than doubled last year, and the state correctional agency expects the trend to continue even as the state’s overall inmate population is projected … Read more

Illinois health policy experts discuss Medicaid managed care and the future of eligible dual coverage – State of Reform

Illinois health policy experts discuss Medicaid managed care and the future of eligible dual coverage - State of Reform

Value-based healthcare experts have outlined federal governments changes to the proposed rules for Medicaid managed care and how they report improved alignment and quality of care for dual Medicaid-Medicare eligible special needs plans (D-SNP) at the 2023 Illinois State Health Care Policy Reform Conference earlier this month. Advertisment Get information on upcoming events, insights from … Read more

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Can better resources for mental health crisis care help people avoid 911 services? | MinnPost

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Too often, when a person is in the midst of a mental health crisis, they or their loved ones end up calling 911 or driving to the emergency room. While there’s no question that a mental health crisis can feel like it requires emergency action, a coalition of health care systems, law enforcement organizations, government … Read more

5 things to do every morning for better brain health | livestrong.com

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Yes, coffee is on the list! Image credit: JGI/Jamie Grill/Tetra Images/GettyImages Advertisment Making these habits part of your morning routine packs a double punch: They can ward off cognitive decline by boosting clarity and focus. Here are five things to do in the morning to give your brain a boost: Advertisment 1. Log 30 minutes … Read more

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Are you thinking about a new diet? This is what a high protein approach looks like

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Hello/Unsplash Fitness goals usually fall into one of two categories: exercise more and eat better. This may involve eating a high-protein diet, adding more greens to dinners, and getting into a running routine. However, there’s no need to wait for January, because you can make positive changes any time of the year! Now, there are … Read more

2 health opinion leaders trust this supplement to boost their brain health

2 health opinion leaders trust this supplement to boost their brain health

The founders of Peoples Pharmacy look to scientific data to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. Since the mid-1970s, Terry and Joe Graedon, medical anthropologists and pharmacologists, respectively, have championed holistic approaches to wellness, sharing their passion for natural health and evidence-based research on the popular website, podcast and national radio show of … Read more

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