As the holiday season approaches, I reflect on my journey over the past few years. Working as a Public Health professional who supports health center staff during the ongoing COVID-19, flu, and RSV challenges has been incredibly demanding. With the added stress of a...
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...
On January 30, 2023, the Biden Administration announced the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) effective May 11th. Though this may seem like the final step towards a post-pandemic world, it is dreadful news for 7 to 15 million people in the U.S. who...
Image by Freepik.com Halloween just ended and the thoughts of the holidays sends a rush of adrenaline down my spine. The past two years have been a blur to me as I navigate through how I spent the holidays with fewer family and friends. How is this one going to be?...
Many people romanticize the idea of having a college experience. The people you meet, the unbreakable bonds you create and the memories that will last a lifetime. But nobody talks about the pressure to choose a career, the realities of living with roommates, the...
“Whatever you’re feeling, be good to yourself. If you feel lost, be patient with yourself while you find your way. If you feel scared, be gentle with yourself while you find the strength to face your fear. If you feel hurt, be kind to yourself while you grieve and...
