HEALTH Archives - Page 52 of 54

Dirty mouth, dirty health: The link between dental hygiene and overall wellbeing

According to Dr. Scare Tactics, there is a distinct link between oral health and overall health.

Live to run

But my friend and I kept running. Relying on each other for support was the strongest motivator I’ve ever had

Panel Voices: Are we too focused on fitness and body type in the LGBT community?

Tom Rockman, George K. Gramer, Jr., Keo Frazier, and Pieter Tolsma weigh in on this week’s question.

LGBT people seek mental health care at higher rates

LGBT community members are at the highest risk for depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders

Beauty: Sunless tanners for a healthier summer glow

Whether you’re light–skinned and want color that’s otherwise hard to bring out, or your skin is already an enviable brown and you’d like to deepen your hue, sunless tanners get you there without the risk of damage.

Breathe for better health: The two–minute relaxation challenge

We live in a stressful, fast–changing and busy world. Having the ability to relax can seem impossible on top of everything else we do each day. The following relaxation exercise may help and can be accomplished in two minutes or less.

New state regulation forbids discrimination against trans individuals in health coverage

A new policy bulletin by the state’s top regulatory agency for health insurance guarantees that trans Coloradans with health insurance equal treatment under their plans, guaranteeing access to dozens of services and procedures that were previously in doubt.

Learning to let the drama go

I love being a lesbian. Every day is an adventure through the emotional ups and downs of the women of my community. But we must collectively admit that we can be incredibly dramatic. When I get on a plane, leaving behind people and things I would have been involved in, I get the opportunity for perspective.