According to research, as of 2021, about 4.2 billion people utilize social media, roughly 58.4% of the global population. According to Merriam-Webster, social media is "a form of electronic communication where users can share videos, messages, and ideas with their …
When it comes to our day to day, some aspects of life often seem to be unavoidable. It comes to many modern-day can diets that look like our gluten intake. It is estimated that we ingest around 5-20 grams of …
According to the National Library of Medicine, "Good Posture" is all in the position of your spine and holding your body. Our dynamic posture refers to how we keep our body when we are moving, and static posture is how …
Tell us why you decided to become a speech pathologist? Sydney: I specialize in deaf and hard-of-hearing children and those with reading disorders and dyslexia. I moved into the space by accident and chance. I originally started my college career …
Say Cheese! Let us see those pearly whites! First impressions are crucial, and many invest and even stress over their smile. In 2019 oral health was the highest priority, with individuals spending on average $128.75 with insurance and up to …
According to the American Stroke Association, Stroke is the leading cause of disability and ranks number 5 as the cause of death in America. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute defines stroke as a blockage stopping blood from carrying …
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Despite phrases that continue to uphold the youthfulness of melanated skin, "Black don't crack," it is also essential to remember that melanated skin can also get sick. Research shows more people are diagnosed with …
Started in the US in 1949 by the Mental Health America organization, Mental Health Awareness Month is observed during May. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 1 in 5 adults will experience mental illness. In addition, in a …
The last week of April is Patient Experience Week, celebrated with patients showing appreciation for their healthcare providers. So often looks like thank you notes or encouraging patients to leave reviews about healthcare providers. As we celebrate and thank our …
Skin is our largest organ. It plays a vital role in our overall health by functioning as a protective barrier between our bodies and harmful elements in the outside world, such as bacteria, viruses, yeast, parasites, pollution, and ultraviolet (UV) …
According to the CDC, Health Disparities are "defined as preventable differences in the burden of disease, injury, violence, or opportunities to achieve optimal health experienced by socially disadvantaged populations." The rise of Black maternal mortality and the constant dismissiveness of …
When we think of body positivity and body dysmorphia, we often focus on how that impacts women. However, according to the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), about one in three people struggling with an eating disorder is male. Yet even …