Selecting the right birth control method is pivotal, say experts, who point to research that shows the risk for potentially life-threatening blood clots is 35 times greater among women with genetic clotting disorders who use estrogen-based contraceptives.
“We are determined to close the FAFSA completion gap,” declared U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten.
Nurses Week is an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the vital role that nurses play in health care.
From varicose veins to chronic venous insufficiency, these conditions can lead to discomfort and limitations in daily life. However, within these challenges lies an opportunity for empowerment.
To ensure mental well-being, it’s essential to adopt a proactive approach to nurture and maintain it.
While mental illness can impact anyone, adult learners who are balancing their personal lives with professional and educational pursuits need special attention.
Finance professionals say these five strategies can help you hit the ground running during this transitional phase of life.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and an important time to raise awareness about mental health issues, reduce the stigma and promote support and understanding for those affected by mental illness.
Mindfulness and self-regulation can impact a child’s ability to learn, and these skills are crucial for growth inside and outside the classroom.
If getting better sleep is at the top of your list to improve your health, you may want to review habits which could be preventing you from getting a full night of deep, restorative sleep.
As winter melts away and warmer weather returns, proactively checking your home’s systems will help keep it running efficiently while remaining a comfortable and safe space for you and your loved ones.
Black Maternal Health Week, which is observed April 11-17, is an important time to raise awareness about the disparities and challenges faced by Black mothers during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.
Seeking out professional help may seem daunting, time consuming or inaccessible. The good news is you may already have mental wellness resources at your fingertips through your employer.
While mindfulness once felt like a wellness trend, it’s become a way of life for adults hoping to maintain healthier routines, be intentional in their work and handle daily stresses efficiently. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mindfulness is the practice of being fully aware of your thoughts and feelings in…
Here are key findings that shed light on American attitudes about taxes and their refunds.
This summer, you can make the most of the sunny season while sticking to your budget using these five tips.
Financial independence is important to 67% of Americans, though nearly a quarter (24%) say they haven’t yet achieved it, according to new research from Empower, a leader in financial planning, investing, and advice. The definition of “making it” financially varies among spenders and savers, though many equate it with resilience and independence: 44% of Americans…
Recent changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) designed to simplify the process have led to unforeseen hiccups and technical glitches, causing academic institutions to delay sending out financial aid award letters. However, once you finally get the results, it can give your family a better idea of what to do next.
Is it time to hit the reset button on your health and wellness? Not sure where to start? Doctors say you can make the biggest impact with small, incremental tweaks to your routine.
The United States House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation to potentially ban TikTok, the viral video-sharing platform owned by a China-based company.