Modern-Day Self-Care: How Effective is It?
Adjusting to life post-COVID-19 pandemic has proven difficult on a worldwide scale. Since the 2020 lockdown, there has been an approximately 25% increase in anxiety and depression, as reported by the World Health Organization. Stress factors such as increased...Mental Health of Adolescents
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and I want to highlight the challenges of adolescent mental well-being. Developmental changes include puberty, starting a new school, and geographical changes. Transitions can be easy or hard for different people depending on how...Reflections On The Year From Executive Director, Cynthia Selmi
Hello friends, partners, and supporters, Traditionally, Health Outreach Partners ends each year looking back and taking stock of our work. The last three years due to the Covid-19 pandemic the majority of our work was virtual. While we are proud that we were able to...Experience Deanna’s Hispanic Heritage
Coming from a mixed background–half Chinese and half Mexican–my upbringing was a fascinating blend of cultures. Living in a multicultural family meant that our dinners were a delightful fusion of Chinese and Mexican flavors, representing our diverse heritage. Language was a significant aspect for my parents; they emphasized my ability to speak Spanish and Cantonese. Through my fluency in Cantonese waned over time, i was fortunate to maintain my proficiency in Spanish, especially due to my intersections with many Latinx communities.