Pressure to Perfection: Are Adolescent Boys Risking Their Health When Building Muscle?

Colin Lane recently saw a client in his mid-twenties undergoing hip replacement surgery due to wear and tear.

Colin Lane saw a range of injuries during his 18 years as a physiotherapist for Cork’s senior footballers. But recently there was a “twist”: A client in his mid-20s undergoes hip replacement surgery due to wear and tear. Those injuries say something about the physical stress that some young athletes put on themselves. He has … Read more

BC health experts bust misinformation about gender services for young people

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Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local news Gender-affirming care is how the health system supports young people while acknowledging their gender identity and expression. Posted on August 8, 2024 • 5 minute reading You can save this article by registering for free here. Or log in if you have an account. Carrie and Wayne Broughton. Photo: … Read more

I warned about the “mental health crisis”. The Labor Party would not listen

I warned about the "mental health crisis". The Labor Party would not listen

The growing number of our young people reporting mental health problems is a major challenge for our society and economy. With nearly 1 in 4 now saying they struggle with their mental health, the government needs to think deeply about what’s going on. A growing number of people who should be in the prime of … Read more

Six popular “health” supplements that could be irreparably damaging your liver

Six popular "health" supplements that could be irreparably damaging your liver

Six supplements that claim to boost immune health and energy could lead to irreversible liver damage, study suggests. Michigan researchers analyzed data from nearly 10,000 American adults surveyed over a three-year period. Participants were asked how often they used six popular but unproven supplements, including turmeric, green tea extract and ashwagandha. The team found that … Read more

Mental Health – An Infosec Challenge – Black Hills Information Security

Mental Health - An Infosec Challenge - Black Hills Information Security

by Amanda Berlin at Mental Health Hackers This article was originally published in the second edition of the InfoSec Survival Guide. Find it online for free HERE or order your $1 physical copy at the Spearphish General Store. Cybersecurity is a rapidly growing field, and with it comes a number of mental health challenges beyond … Read more