Open up and say it aloud on mental health
Latechia, a young parent, explains the value of openly discussing children's mental health and seeking help. A study shows 80 to 90 percent of mental illnesses are treatable, yet only one in five receive treatment. With over 20 percent of the population affected, talking early aids parents and children, while urging policy focus on mental health. Sarah Miranti, mentoring specialist, advocates care, collaboration, and action.
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Latechia
Jasmine
Illinois
Help by phone to find local mental health services
A toll free Consumer and Family Care Line 866-359-7953 or 866-880-4459 offers help through the Illinois Mental Health Collaborative for Access and Choice. Learn more about promoting good mental health at www.the southern.com/lifestyles/mindbody and obtain a link from this story.
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Illinois Mental Health Collaborative
Thesouthern.com
Moderation Is Key In Nuts Wine And Other Treats
Health experts urge moderation for foods like nuts red wine and dark chocolate noting that one small portion fits a healthy diet while daily excess increases fat calories and risk. They warn against assuming more is always better and advise variety portion control and mindful intake.
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Linda Michalsky
University of Texas, Southwestern
Smith
Michalsky
Amy Goodson
Texas Health
Fit to eat and drink in moderation guidelines
Dietary tips cover resveratrol and moderate wine intake, chocolate usage in small amounts, and nut portions. Benefits include triglyceride and HDL effects, blood pressure impact, and fiber from almonds and pistachios. Watch calories, dehydration, liver effects, and mental clarity.
Learn to Live Lean program in Pinckneyville
Motivation Fitness hosts Learn Ta Tiva Taan a cardio fitness event in Pinckneyville to promote healthy living and community wellness with practical workouts and guidance.
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Pinckneyville
Motivation Fitness
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April Health Workshops Weekly Schedule at Motivation Fitness
AU LAVEe eo OeLaeVue hosts Monday April workshops on healthy eating, recipe revamps, menu planning and fast food strategies at 5 15 p m. Sessions cost 4 dollars each or 2 dollars with a Zumba punch card, held at the Fitness Studio near Pinckneyville by 204 Market.
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Motivation Fitness Studio
Pinckneyville
When Is a Nosebleed an Emergency Question
A nosebleed is usually minor and stoppable at home but may signal a serious issue if bleeding lasts long, is heavy, recurs, follows an injury, occurs with head trauma, or is accompanied by fainting or trouble breathing. Seek urgent care for persistent, large, or uncontrolled bleeds.
Dry Nose and Nosebleed Causes and Care Advice
Common cause is nose dryness from temperature changes low humidity and air conditioning. Other factors include colds allergies sinusitis head injuries and decongestant overuse. Home cures include head elevation cold compresses nasal pinch saline spray and humidifier. Medical options may involve cauterization oxymetazoline or QuikClot. consult a doctor first.
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Medline Plus
National Institutes of Health
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Southern Illinois Behavioral Health
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