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USA Birth Culture: Medicalizing Birth Yields Terrible Outcomes
Efforts to de-medicalize birthing practices, especially among minority and low-income women, could help reverse the rising trend of infant and maternal mortality in the US.
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The Youngest Victims of the Opioid Crisis
Often, the littlest victims, those babies born to opioid addicted mothers, go on to have deficits that affect their growth & development for a lifetime.
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Horseshit & Hoverboards
Things need to change over time, specifically the Constitution should be amended to fit the reality of life today versus when it was written in 1787.
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Keeping Kids Safe: Teaching the “Creep Factor” & Hidden Curriculum
Teaching those with Autism (ASD) appropriate behaviors can help keep them safe, especially since statistics show they are more likely to be sexually abused.
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Longevity: Seeking Quality over Quantity
There are reports in the news regularly about the increase of chronic illnesses and decrease in longevity. As early as 2005 there were headlines fearing that our children’s generation will have lower life expectancy than previous generations. The culprit? Obesity and the secondary conditions that may accompany it: diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and gout. But,…
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Wendy Steinbaum: Healthy Aging in Action
Explore the secrets of healthy aging from Wendy, our founder Barry Segal's sister, and learn how she stays, healthy, positive, motivated, and strong.
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Illuminating the Stark Disparities in Maternal Health in New Jersey
Tragically, NJ ranks 47th in US maternal mortality, with African-American mothers dying at 3-4 times the rate of white mothers. Read about the complex factors surrounding these disparities, and find some reasons for hope.
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Private Prisons; Profits Before Purpose
The current private prison structure is another example of the people in power getting richer off the systematic exploitation and forced labor of the poor, most of whom are minorities.
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Stress, Relaxation and the Benefits of Lowering Cortisol Levels
Learn how deep breathing, relaxation, and meditation can not only calm racing thoughts, but also lower cortisol levels and improve overall health.
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How Trauma-Informed Care Changes Victims to Survivors
Research into Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and developmental trauma has shown there are proven strategies, like trauma-informed care, which can mitigate the damage of past abuse.
