Stress shows up differently for everybody and can last anywhere between a couple of minutes to multiple weeks or months. Common symptoms include sadness, frustration, helplessness, and difficulty concentrating. These symptoms can appear in response to both short- and long-term stress, so it’s a good idea to seek support whenever you feel you need it. [1]
Health screenings can give you a snapshot of what’s happening inside your body at a given time and can provide additional pieces of information on the state of your health. While doctors can help keep patients on track and up to date with their health screenings, it's also important that patients are empowered to play an active role in their healthcare and can advocate for the tests and screenings they need.
The new coronavirus causes a condition called COVID-19 or the coronavirus disease 2019. This page will be updated with the latest information about the viral infection and disease.
We all know that stress is part of life and managing it can be difficult. Stress management has become even more difficult with the ongoing pandemic. COVID-19 has been with us for the past 18 months or so and life as we know it has changed. The recent surge of the Delta variant has also brought on more stress related to vaccination, the return to school, and the possibility of business closures.
It can sometimes feel difficult to explain your symptoms — especially when you’re not feeling well. But describing your symptoms to your doctor is key to getting the right diagnosis and care. Here are some tips on communicating your symptoms.
It’s important to seek support for what matters most: your emotional well-being. Too often, we have a poor understanding of how to practice self-care, or we avoid it all together. And while self-care is something a mental health professional is likely to recommend to you, most agree that getting professional help from a licensed therapist should be a priority.
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