‘Blue Zones’ living with a ‘nonna’ twist could be the key to longevity

An elderly woman in the kitchen is kneading dough on a floured wooden surface.

I put down the phone and pick up the ladle. While you were busy grinding meat for promotions, Italian grandmas were busy grinding meat to make homemade sausages. They were so busy taking long walks to the market, rolling out pasta dough, and stealing dips from the Mediterranean that they didn’t care about their wrinkles, … Read more

Landmark Inova Alexandria Hospital marks biggest milestone | ALXnow

Landmark Inova Alexandria Hospital marks biggest milestone | ALXnow

Inova Hospital Center staff and public servants attend the dedication ceremony of the landmark Inova Alexandria Hospital on April 13, 2026. (Staff photo by James Cullum) Vice Mayor Sarah Bagley signs the final beam during the dedication ceremony for the landmark Inova Alexandria Hospital on April 13, 2026. (Staff photo by James Cullum) City Council … Read more

Northwell builds new $6 million radiology suite for cancer treatment at Long Island Jewish Medical Center

Northwell builds new $6 million radiology suite for cancer treatment at Long Island Jewish Medical Center

Northwell Health is opening a $6 million radiology suite at Long Island Jewish Medical Center to help doctors provide more targeted cancer treatment to patients. Northwell’s new interventional radiology room, which opened at New Hyde Park Hospital on March 23, is equipped with technology that generates 3D images of a patient’s body, allowing for more … Read more

Mental health crisis hits Pennsylvania farmer hotline, calls and texts down 300%

Mental health crisis hits Pennsylvania farmer hotline, calls and texts down 300%

This story was created by Spotlight PA State University Regional Officean independent, nonpartisan newsroom dedicated to investigative and public service journalism in Pennsylvania. Sign up for Talk of the Town, a newsletter that takes a deep dive into local stories, events and more from north central Pennsylvania. Spotlightpa.org/newsletters/talkofthetown. BELLEFONT — In Pennsylvania, calls and texts … Read more

NewYork-Presbyterian Church agrees to enhance care for patients experiencing mental health crisis

NewYork-Presbyterian Church agrees to enhance care for patients experiencing mental health crisis

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital has agreed to undertake a series of reforms to resolve allegations that the hospital system frequently puts patients in mental health emergencies at risk by failing to provide adequate oversight and allowing patients to be discharged from the hospital without authorization, the state attorney general’s office announced Monday. The settlement, which followed a … Read more

Why leading doctors choose this all-in-one vegan supplement

The photo shows a person's hand holding up a bottle of supplementV's sV Complete and two capsules. sV Complete is an all-in-one vegan supplement that the company claims is more than just a multivitamin.

This is a sponsored article* (What is this?) Research shows that vitamin supplements can help support nutrient adequacy, especially in at-risk groups. But the world of nutritional supplements and multivitamins can be opaque and confusing. It’s hard to go through the marketing and find the right product, especially when there are tens of thousands of … Read more

Experts say mushroom supplements can help with stress, sleep and energy

Experts say mushroom supplements can help with stress, sleep and energy

Given that there are 1.5 million different mushroom species in the world, how do you know which ones will be most effective as a supplement? Some may take you on a magical journey, while others may kill you. There are many other pizzas that are absolutely delicious. But for a select few, it could be … Read more

After controversy, Lexington city board approves Chevy Chase mental health clinic

The building, located at 319 Duke Road, was originally built as a nursing home but has since housed a behavioral health center. Another mental health group is seeking conditional use permission for the site.

The building, located at 319 Duke Road, was originally built as a nursing home but has since housed a behavioral health center. Another mental health group is seeking conditional use permission for the site. Linda Blackford A chorus of boos and jeers erupted Monday night after the Lexington Board of Adjustment voted 4-2 to approve … Read more

But schools don’t have the resources to address students’ mental health

But schools don't have the resources to address students' mental health

Bermuda Teachers Union (image provided) The union says teachers need more resources to deal with students facing more serious mental health issues than ever before. The Bermuda Teachers’ Union said in a statement on Sunday that Bermuda’s schools “lack the resources to meet the needs that are being asked of us.” A spokesperson said teachers … Read more

County first responders urged to prioritize their mental health

During Monday's meeting, attendees were treated to Shinji, a Newfoundland dog who serves as a therapy dog ​​for first responders.

In order for first responders to be able to take care of the communities they serve, they must also take care of themselves. This was a recurring theme during Monday’s Santa Barbara County First Responder Mental Health and Wellness Conference. “No matter who we serve, we always stand by them in their worst moments, and … Read more