Meadows prioritizing mental health, won’t return this season

DETROIT -- The sight of Austin Meadows doing running and agility drills on the field at Comerica Park on Friday afternoon was a familiar one; the Tigers outfielder has been working out daily before most of the team arrives as he rehabs from Achilles issues. The mental struggles of a

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A WA town’s proactive approach to mental health care starts on the street

Social worker Erin Von Fempe is an employee of the Mount Vernon Police Department, but carries no gun or police department trappings aside from a radio.

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Annas was fed up with the silence of mosque leaders after a man took his life. He decided to speak out

As we celebrate Father's Day across the country, the lesser-talked-about issue of men's mental health is slowly being confronted in the Muslim community.

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Legislators focus on student mental health

FRANKFORT – As students head back to the classroom for another school year, Kentucky lawmakers on the Interim Joint Committee on Education met recently to discuss a front-burner issue for

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Stressed out about climate change? 4 ways to tackle both the feelings and the issues

Heat waves, drought, massive storms. The bad news just keeps coming and there's no denying these issues are anxiety-provoking. If you feel that way, you're not alone.

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Mental health professionals can’t keep up with demand

The psychological effects of COVID-19 will remain long into the future, and — combined with a shortage of counselors, therapists, psychiatrists and psychologists — will continue to strain the mental health system, health experts predict.

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Mental Health organizations will raise awareness during the Miners Day Parade

Mental health nonprofits will march in this year's Miners Day parade

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EVENT: Learn about WA’s mental health system and how you can help in a crisis

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, it can be difficult to know where to look for help.

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West End Health Foundation Awards $30k for youth mental health programming around Ishpeming area

The West End Health Foundation awarded $30K to area youth mental health programming.

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