Current Events
Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15th and ends October 15th. It is the cultural and historical celebration of the contributions of American citizens whose ancestry can be traced back to Central and South America, Mexico, Spain, and the Caribbean. It started under President Lyndon Johnson as Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968. Twenty years later […]
Anxiety, Stress, and Loneliness Being isolated can cause many negative emotions and feelings such as, anxiety, stress, fear, and loneliness. These are all normal feelings and emotions to have during these current circumstances. For those of us working from home it’s important to keep a routine and balance throughout the day. It can be tempting […]
The month of March doesn’t just honor women and the contributions that they’ve made throughout history, but it also honors the dedication and work of the social worker in the United States. On that note; Happy Social Work Month! A supportive individual to others facing so many challenges, social workers sometimes get overlooked in the […]
It’s an election year and candidates are offering their stances on all types of policy under the sun. However, one issue that may be getting lost in the endless media coverage is the opioid epidemic, and how presidential candidates will address the opioid crisis. In honor of Presidents Day, we’re going to take a look […]
Kids these days. What with their newfangled gizmos and constant preoccupation with their social media. What good are these new technologies anyway? Well, at least in the world of addiction recovery, one particular social media platform has proven to be something of a boon to youth overcoming their struggles with substance use: TikTok, the short-form […]
Learning the ABC’s is taking on new meaning on the famous TV boulevard called “Sesame Street.” That change came about with the arrival of a new pigtailed Muppet, Karli, in May 2019. Sweet as can be, all bright green and furry with a purple tinged nose and eyes, she is staying with her foster family. […]
In August 2019, pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson settled a lawsuit over their role in fueling the opioid epidemic. The company agreed to pay $572 million to those who fell victim to their deceptive opioid marketing practices. In November 2019, a judge has reduced that settlement to $465 million, citing a “math error”. What exactly […]
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine prides itself on “Connecting the Best Minds in Science and Patient Care.” For several years, it has put ever more muscle behind that statement in offering a new focus of study. To this end, medical students started taking a required mini-course that addresses an intense patient care need. What’s it […]
Opioid Epidemic Cost the Economy 2.5 Trillion Dollars It’s a well-known fact just how much the opioid epidemic has cost us in human life. In just over 20 years, over 700,000 people have died of a drug overdose in the United States. Well over half of these deaths were the result of opioids. Last year […]
As legal cannabis becomes more common, studies are beginning to emerge regarding the safety of taking the substance. One recent study at an Italian university has shown that cannabis products may not be safe for pregnant woman. Their study found that cannabis may alter the brain chemistry of developing embryos, raising the question: is it […]
It’s no secret that alcohol manufacturers are reliant on people drinking to keep the lights on. As more and more people become aware of the harmful effects alcohol has on the body, there have been calls for alcohol firms to do more to promote moderation. These alcohol firms have acknowledged these calls and begun promoting […]
A pattern is emerging as more cases against opioid drug manufacturers and distributors are set to head to trial; settlements are being reached at the last minute. The most recent settlement was reached hours before an anticipated trial was to begin in Cleveland. Pharma Settles Landmark Opioid Case The case that was set to commence […]
