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As Society Reopens, Not Everyone is Ready

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress Helpline. WebMD poll of 3,101 readers, May 3-4, 2020. CDC: “Stress and Coping.” American Psychiatric Association: “Coping After Disaster.” Kaiser Family Foundation: “The Implications of COVID-19 for Mental Health and Substance Use.” Simon: “Reopening Update.” Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluations:… Read More »

Relaxed restrictions across US will have a dire impact, experts warn

Cuomo, whose state by far has the most recorded coronavirus cases, reacted Tuesday to projections that the country’s coronavirus death rate will soar because many states are easing restrictions now. “The fundamental question, which we’re not articulating, is how much is a human life worth?” Cuomo said at a news conference. “The faster we reopen,… Read More »

Does turmeric have anticancer properties?

A recent literature review investigates whether turmeric may be useful for treating cancer. The authors conclude that it might be but note that there are many challenges to overcome before it makes it to the clinic. Turmeric is a member of the ginger family. Native to India and Southeast Asia, people have used turmeric root… Read More »