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Malaysian Medical Association lauds Health Minister's Strong Stand against Bullying
The Malaysian Medical Association has lauded Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad for stating his strong stand against bullying in the public healthcare system. Dr Azizan Abdul Aziz said the ministry should conduct some serious self-reflection and carry out systemic changes to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all healthcare professionals.
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Read more at theSun
Loudoun County Public Schools Pays $433,000 for ParentGuidance
Loudoun County Public Schools is paying $433,000 for 18 months of services from ParentGuidance.org. It bridges the gap between school-based services and formal therapy intervention that many kids might not need. An “ask a therapist” section has common questions asked and answered. Parents can request virtual one-on-one coaching sessions.
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Read more at NBC Washington
Psychiatry - Is it a Good Idea?
FM: What do you think is the biggest ethical issue that neuroscientists should be paying attention to right now? FM: I was hired, and I had the temperament, to modernize it. I was the director of the National Institute of Mental Health from 1996 to 2001, and then served as Harvard Provost from 2001 to 2011. FM: How do you feel like that background in history and philosophy of science?
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Read more at Harvard Crimson
All Wallaroos Star Arabella McKenzie Wants to Play Rugby
Arabella McKenzie has chased the game across the world, heading straight from the 2021 Rugby World Cup (played in 2022) to the UK to play for Harlequins. At the top of the list is 16-year-old playmaker Waiaria Ellis, who became the joint youngest player to feature for the Waratahs. It took one carry for Ellis to shine against the Brumbies.
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Read more at Rugby.com.au
What Can Blinking Tell Me About My Health?
The blossoms peaked early in Washington this spring, but they’re still bringing the joy. This week we’re writing about how dairy and plant milks compare across several categories. Here are some reasons blinking may change that can tell you something about your health. Our Brain Matters columnist Richard Sima explains.
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Read more at The Washington Post
HIV Cure - Can PROTACs Really Work?
The Nef protein helps HIV-infected cells avoid detection by a person’s immune system. Previous Nef inhibitors, which only bind to those proteins, can block some of its functions but were unable to disrupt others that are essential for HIV infection. The research for this latest discovery has been in the works for a long time, she added.
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Read more at Healthline
Health Horoscope Today, March 22, 2024
Health Horoscope Today You are good health-wise, as no major medical issue will disturb you. However, some Aries natives will have issues associated with cold coughs, headaches, and viral infections. Some seniors will recover from past ailments, which is a good sign. You should follow all traffic rules while driving. Avoid adventure sports, especially mountain biking which can be risky in the second part of the day. Stick to a healthy diet, including more vegetables and fruits.
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North Carolina’s Mental Health Collaborative
The Chronicle joined a partnership of nine student newspapers from universities across North Carolina to produce a “Mental Health Collaborative” issue. The effort was spearheaded by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s The Daily Tar Heel (DTH), which received a grant in 2023 from the Solutions Journalism Network as part of its Student Media Challenge initiative. Mental health has become an issue of critical importance for youth across the nation, with a report from the National Center for Health Sciences.
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Heart Health and Kidney Disease in Young Adults
Javier Dez/Stocksy Researchers report that young adults with good heart health scores have a reduced disease risk of 65%. The researchers noted that only 1 percent of subjects in their study had “ideal” heart health. Maintaining a heart-healthy lifestyle can reduce your odds of developing heart disease and stroke, but it can cut your risk of kidney disease as well.
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Read more at Medical News Today
Health Department Issues Notices to 73 Hospitals for Not Maintaining Toilets
Tirupati SP Patel inspects border checkposts, orders enhanced vigilance, vehicle checks for 2024 elections. Emphasizes meticulous seizure record-keeping, crackdown on sand, gravel smuggling, and district-wise seizures scrutiny by election authorities. Govt directs officers to inspect highway stretches to detect encroachments, unauthorised occupation. Boeing advises 787 Dreamliners cockpit seat inspection after Latam Flight 800 incident.
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Read more at The Times of India