Tuesday, August 25
On June 27, 2025, communities across the United States came together to observe National HIV Testing Day (NHTD), a pivotal annual event aimed at promoting HIV awareness, encouraging regular testing, and reducing stigma associated with the virus. This year’s theme, “Level Up Your Self-Love: Check Your Status,” emphasized the importance of self-care and proactive health
When was the last time you truly felt like yourself? The kind of self that wakes up feeling energized, balanced, and genuinely at peace. For many, the demands of modern life, career stress, physical health issues, and emotional turbulence can make it feel impossible to reclaim that sense of wholeness. But at Holos Health &
In a world where family dynamics can often become strained and relationships challenged, Rand Faied has established herself as a leading voice in the pursuit of healthier, more connected family lives. With a career built on helping individuals navigate their most personal and emotionally charged issues, Rand has become an influential figure in the field
A new program titled I’m Not My Mom has been introduced to assist women seeking to understand and break inherited patterns of emotional trauma and family dynamics. Developed by a founder drawing on personal experience, the course offers a structured approach to recognizing and overcoming generational challenges related to motherhood, trauma, and identity. The course
For decades, women veterans have quietly shouldered burdens that few others can fully comprehend. With strength and resilience, they have served their country, often facing unique challenges and hardships. However, one aspect of their service has remained largely unseen, untreated, and misunderstood: moral injury. This silent suffering occurs when deeply held ethical beliefs are violated
In a notable step toward improving the accessibility and efficiency of healthcare, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced on June 23, 2025, that six of the nation’s largest health insurers have agreed to voluntarily reform prior authorization practices. These changes, which target longstanding delays and administrative hurdles in patient care,
A Granddaughter’s Legacy, A Doctor’s Vision It all started in a small podiatry clinic in Portsmouth, Ohio, where an 11-year-old girl, eager to learn, stood by her grandfather’s side. She helped him clean toenails and mix custom ointments, absorbing the knowledge that would later fuel her passion for podiatry. Dr. Nicole Freels, the granddaughter of
June 22, 2025 – A vast and potentially record-setting heat wave is gripping the central and eastern United States, placing an estimated 265 million people under heat advisories and raising serious public health concerns. With temperatures surging from the mid-90s to over 100°F and humidity pushing dew points into the oppressive 70s, conditions are becoming
In a world where technology drives nearly every aspect of daily life, the gender gap in tech remains a critical issue. The Dottie Rose Foundation is working to close that gap by empowering girls through creative, hands-on computer science education. Founded by Dr. Sharon Jones, an award-winning educator and technologist, the foundation is reshaping how
As the summer heat kicks in, so does the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs)—especially for women. Between outdoor activities, heat, humidity, and long days spent in swimsuits, the conditions are ripe for these uncomfortable and sometimes painful infections. Understanding why UTIs are more common in summer and how to prevent them can help you