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Weakness, Tingling, Numbness in the Hands and Feet? Could it be Neuropathy?

According to the Cleveland Clinic, “Neuropathy-also called peripheral neuropathy- refers to any condition that affects the normal activity of the nerves of the peripheral nervous system” The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, explains that there are over 100 types of peripheral neuropathy with varying symptoms which depend on the type of nerves that …

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Are We Paying Attention to Our Children’s Mental Health? Study Finds Black Children 5 to 12 Twice Likely to Commit Suicide Than White Children in the Same Age Group

As the spotlight turns to children’s mental health during National Children’s Mental Health Week, the topic of youth suicides has once again been raised, as the alarming trend has not subsided. A 2018 study found that the problem was been even more dire for Black children aged five through twelve, compared to White children of …

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National Hurricane Preparedness Week It Only Takes One Storm to Change Your Life

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), predicts that the 2019 hurricane season will begin June 1st and runs through November 30. In preparation for the hurricane season, the National Weather Service, a division of NOAA, sponsors the awareness campaign, National Hurricane Preparedness Week, to urge the public to start taking the necessary steps to …

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North American Occupational Safety & Health Week 2019: “People, Passion, and Prevention”

According to the National Safety Council, a worker is injured on the job every seven seconds. For this reason, The North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week is held in the first full week in May each year to “raise awareness about the importance of preventing injuries and illnesses at work.” This is a …

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National Clean Air Month: Clean Air is Everyone’s Responsibility

It is May once again and the American Lung Association (ALA), has kicked off its annual awareness campaign, National Clean Air Month. This campaign’s aim is to “educate people about the impact that clean air has on our lives and encourages people to take positive steps to improve the air quality-both locally and globally.” The …

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