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A heatwave is a period where local excess heat accumulates over a sequence of unusually hot days and nights. Heatwaves and prolonged excess heat conditions are increasing in frequency, duration, intensity and magnitude due to climate change. Even low and moderate intensity heat waves can impact the health and well-being of vulnerable populations

In the United States, one in five pregnant and postpartum people experience mental health and substance use conditions.1 As a result, many counties face elevated risks for poor maternal mental health outcomes.2 Maternal mental health conditions have significant social implications, reducing the quality of life for both parent and child. These conditions carry economic costs…

New York City health officials are expected to brief New Yorkers on the latest in the Legionnaires’ disease outbreak on the Upper East Side. 

Though they remain in high demand, state-funded services that prevent overdoses and mental health crises may be cut as Maryland contends with a budget crunch

Mental health in underserved communities refers to the unique needs, stressors, and barriers to care faced by diverse communities. Access to mental health support is an ongoing nationwide issue. But it disproportionately impacts underserved groups

Wis. (WBAY) — High temperatures don’t just take a toll on your physical health — they can impact your mental health as well

Penn State Health is relocating inpatient psychiatric services for adults, adolescents and children to Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center today, opening 53 new inpatient behavioral health beds on the hospital’s third and fourth floors

Beyond shared memories and sentimental items, families pass down a genetic blueprint that can significantly influence your long-term health. While family medical history contains important information that is critical for preventive healthcare, taking time to record this information and share it with your provider is a step that many people overlook. Lisa Boyd, Physician Assistant…

Pride has always been about embracing one’s identity, living authentically, and advocating for dignity and equality. Increasingly, it is also becoming a space to talk about another important form of empowerment: taking charge of one’s health

A long-awaited response from Sen. Mitch McConnell has been released about his June 14 hospitalization