Self-Care
Q&A: Prioritizing cultural competence key to improving mental health for Black individuals
According to a study published in International Journal of Bipolar Disorders, substantial gaps exist in the diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorder, as well as in symptom burden, between Black and white individuals.
Whole health for our veterans, and our nation
Every year, as Veterans Day approaches, my thoughts invariably turn toward those who have served in the United States military and have returned from wars with physical, mental, and spiritual scars.
Q&A: Women require self-care, rest to cope with burnout, promote health equity
CHICAGO — Self-care and rest are essential for preventing burnout and promoting wellness and allow medical professionals to practice at their best, according to a speaker at Women in Medicine Summit.
‘How do you fill your tank?’ For women physicians, start with self-care
CHICAGO — Busy women physicians have much to gain by seeking out small moments of self-care, reflecting on ways to make positive change and sharing their personal stories with other women to build a more connected community.
More than 25% of cancer survivors report mobility disability
More than one-fourth of cancer survivors reported having a physical disability that diminished their mobility, according to study results published in Journal of Clinical Oncology.
Q&A: Proper care and fueling for female athletes
Susan Weiner, MS, RDN, CDN, CDCES, FADCES, talks with ReBecca McConville, RD, LD, CSSD, CEDS, a sports nutrition and eating disorders specialist, about fueling for performance and practical self-care
VIDEO: Reinforce self-care on individual, system levels for clinicians to ‘flourish’
LAS VEGAS — In a Healio exclusive, Stacy A. Ogbeide, PsyD, MS, MSCP, ABPP, CSOWM, discusses ways in which the health care system — and clinicians themselves — can prioritize self-care and create a more “enjoyable” work environment.
Inspiring Change and Innovation in Medicine
In this episode, Sasha K. Shillcutt, MD, MS, FASE, cardiac anesthesiologist, published author and founder of Brave Enough, discusses the importance of finding our authentic selves, inspiring change and caring for each other in medicine.
‘We are resilient’: ADCES president highlights changes, challenges during COVID-19
The Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists began 2020 with a new name and new vision but was soon confronted with unprecedented public health emergencies that offered both challenges and opportunities, according to a speaker.
Important updates for International Self-Care Day
In 2011, the International Self-Care Foundation designated July 24 as International Self-Care Day.