World Arthritis Day: First CBD Guidelines for Arthritis Treatment

October 11, 2019

October 12th marks World Arthritis Awareness Day, which is a global awareness-raising effort aimed to educate, support, and build a sense of community among arthritis patients. With an emphasis on early diagnosis and treatment, rheumatoid and musculoskeletal disease organizations work to foster a growing understanding of one of the world’s most prevalent conditions. As one of the leading causes of disability in the United States, arthritis affects the functioning and quality of life of more than 50 million Americans. Treatment options range from hydrotherapy to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, however, increased attention is being directed toward the healing potential of cannabidiol (CBD).

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Rising Suicide Rates Among College Students

October 9, 2019

Sunday, October 6th marks the beginning of Mental Illness Awareness Week 2019 across the United States, during which the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) and other psychological support organizations come together to spread awareness and fight the stigma that remains enveloped in the conversation surrounding mental illness. Despite their prevalence – 1 in 5 adults will experience mental illness in this year alone – mental health conditions are often minimized and treated with less urgency than physical illness. This has allowed intentional self-harm to become the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, and the 2nd most common cause among college students.

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The Importance of Physical Activity in Middle Age

September 27, 2019

The benefits of regular physical activity are well-established and well-documented, spurring public health efforts nationwide and urging the population to meet at least minimum exercise guidelines. Prior research has indicated that routine physical activity may decrease the risk for all-cause mortality, cardiovascular disease, and even certain cancers. However, most data stems from observational studies which assess physical activity at a single point in time and its effects on subsequent mortality and chronic disease outcomes.

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