What to Expect in Your First Counseling Appointment
Starting therapy can feel like stepping into the unknown, especially if it’s your first time. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety,…
Month: June 2024
Anxiety Management Techniques: 8 Techniques to Help Men Manage Anxiety
June is National Men’s Health Month. It started in 1994 as a way of bringing awareness to the health conditions specifically faced by men while encouraging early detection and treatment. Unfortunately, since 1994, many men’s health problems in men have only become worse. Some of that can be attributed to the reluctance men have to
The Benefits of Therapy: Expert Advice from Elite DNA
How well do you understand the benefits of therapy? Expecting relief from a specific condition is certainly one benefit you can expect. But therapy offers a wide range of benefits for your mental and emotional well-being – benefits many people aren’t aware of. Our cultural background might inhibit us from recognizing these benefits and
On National HIV Testing Day, Level Up Your Self-Love by Checking Your Status
On June 27 each year, HHS observes National HIV Testing Day, a day that reminds everyone to get tested for HIV, know your status, and get linked to care and treatment. This year’s theme is “Level up your self-love: check your status,” a theme that emphasizes getting an HIV test as one way to show yourself compassion and respect and honor your health needs.
Navigating the Risks: Understanding Macrobid and Alcohol Interaction
We all know that consuming alcohol can increase the risk of potential side effects when taking many different medications and Nitrofurantoin is no exception. Nitrofurantoin is another word for Macrobid. It is a commonly prescribed antibiotic used to heal urinary tract conditions. While this medication is normally safe, there are some possible side effects and
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What You Should Know About Fluconazole and Alcohol
Paxlovid has been in service to treat COVID-19 since December of 2021. Since that time, it has successfully saved thousands of high-risk patients out of the hospital and protected lives. This antiviral is a mixture of two medications, one that impedes the COVID-19 virus from repeating itself and joining new cells. The other upgrade the
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Paxlovid and Alcohol: Understanding the Potential Interactions
Paxlovid, a combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, is an antiviral medication used to treat COVID-19. Approved for emergency use by the FDA, Paxlovid is designed to reduce the severity and duration of the illness, particularly in high-risk patients. Understanding potential interactions with other substances, such as alcohol, is crucial for ensuring the medication’s efficacy and
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What are the 8 Pillars of Wellness and How do you Apply them?
Wellness is a multifaceted concept that transcends mere physical health, encompassing various dimensions of well-being that contribute to…
Mental Health Resources in Florida: How Elite DNA is Promoting Mental Health
Elite DNA is dedicated to increasing public education about mental health, and the resources available for mental health care. More information about mental health is available every day. But you might not be aware of all the options out there. Telehealth, or teletherapy, wasn’t widely adopted until the COVID-19 pandemic. What was once only available
The Right to Live in the Community: Commemorating 25 Years of the Olmstead Decision
Tomorrow, 25 years ago, a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision affirmed the rights of people with disabilities – including those with serious mental illness (SMI) and serious emotional disturbance (SED) – to live in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs. The case involved two Georgia women – Lois Curtis and Elaine Wilson – living with intellectual disabilities and mental illness.