More than 10 million Americans have bipolar disorder. Although the illness can occur at any point in life, more than one-half of all cases begin between ages 15-25. Bipolar disorder affects men and women equally.
Dear Doctors: I suffer from chronic back pain, and my doctor told me that the only treatment available is pain medication. Is that because the problem is with my lower back? Are there any other treatment options for this kind of chronic pain?
United Way of Northeast Louisiana recognized outstanding volunteers and corporate partners across Lincoln, Union, and Jackson Parishes during its annual Celebrating Excellence event last Thursday in Ruston.
St. Patrick’s Day is a beloved holiday, and that popularity is reflected in celebrations that take place across the globe. According to World Population Review, more than 200 countries celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Dear Rusty: I will be 64 in March and currently receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments. My full retirement age is 67, but I’m thinking about trying to return to work.
Health is a multibillion dollar industry. People who may be short on time may look to the most efficient routes for maintaining health and wellness. For some, that could mean turning to supplements to ensure they are consuming the recommended amounts of vitamins and minerals. But is supplementation the best way to fuel the body?
I recently stumbled upon a delightful documentary. Titled “Echo in the Canyon,” the 2018 film revisits the music scene that germinated in California’s Laurel Canyon neighborhood of Los Angeles between 1965 and 1967.
Scared. Anxious. Sad. Alone. Everyone has experienced each of these things. We often struggle with each or all of them in our lives. This is becoming more and more normal in the world that we live in. No matter how hard we work or strive for happiness, we often fall short. The reality is that each of these feelings has always and will always exist. So how do we walk through these struggles?