When people hear the term behavioral health, many assume it only applies to children who are having behavior problems. This is a common misunderstanding. In reality, it is an important part of healthcare for people of all ages, including adults.
In our fast-paced, modern world, we often find ourselves pushing through long days and late nights, without much thought for how these habits affect our overall well-being. At the heart of many aspects of our health lies a biological mechanism that most of us rarely think about: the circadian rhythm.
Access to affordable, quality healthcare can be challenging in rural areas like the ones we serve in North Carolina. For residents of these communities, healthcare often requires more than just a visit to the doctor’s office—it’s about addressing all aspects of health, from physical and mental well-being to social and environmental factors.
June brings with it the vibrant celebration of Great Outdoors Month—a time when the beauty of nature beckons us to step outside and embrace its myriad health benefits. At Compassion Health Care, we recognize the transformative power of outdoor activities on physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
As May rolls around each year, it brings with it a significant opportunity to shed light on an often overlooked aspect of our well-being: mental health. Designated as Mental Health Awareness Month, May serves as a reminder to prioritize and care for our mental and emotional well-being just as much as our physical health.
Voting and your health are two things that you might not think are synonymous, but it’s an important relationship because it directly impacts your health and the health of your community.
It is well documented and understood that access to mental health services is a challenge for most communities across the United States.
When it comes to talking about mental health, it can be quite awkward. Sometimes an awkward situation is the best time to spark up a conversation, though.
On September 19, 2018 the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) awarded over $396 million to combat the opioid crisis.
