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Why Drinking Water Is Important for Kids
Introduction Hi, and welcome to the HEAL blog. Have you ever wondered why everyone keeps telling you to drink more water? Maybe your...
Rebecca
Sep 30, 20252 min read


The Epidemic of Teen Loneliness: Why it Happens and How to Help
Introduction Everyone has felt lonely at least once in their life. Maybe it was walking into a new classroom where you didn’t know...
Rosie
Sep 24, 20253 min read


Innovation With Responsibility: Bioethics and Biotechnologies
Introduction We’ve all heard the word ethics thrown around once or twice before, but what really is it? Ethics are based on well-founded...
Gabrielle B
Sep 23, 20255 min read


Sleep Science & Mental Health: Why Catching Z’s Is More Important Than You Think
Introduction Let’s be honest, sleep often feels like the ultimate luxury. Between school, homework, sports, social life, and scrolling...
Laylah W
Sep 22, 20254 min read


Stress & The Brain: How Stress Affects Brain Chemistry and How to Protect Your Mental Health
Why Stress Matters for Teens Tests. Sports practice. College applications. Friend drama. Family responsibilities. Many teens feel like...
Laylah W
Sep 19, 20254 min read


OT and OTA Prerequisites Made Easy
Introduction So you want to be an occupational therapist. Or maybe it's the occupational therapy assistant job that’s calling your name....
Gabrielle B
Sep 13, 20253 min read


The Immune System: Your Body’s 24/7 Superhero Squad
Imagine you’re the mayor of a huge, buzzing city. You’ve got workers, roads, schools, and businesses, all running nonstop. Life is good....
Laylah W
Sep 9, 20254 min read


The Defunding of Medicaid: The Basics
Introduction Medicaid, as defined by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, is a ‘joint federal and state program...
Gabrielle B
Sep 9, 20255 min read


Physical Therapy Made Simple: A Fun Guide On Responsibility, Injury, Positioning, and Posture
Introduction Among the many healthcare occupations in the medical field, physical therapy is definitely one of the cooler topics to...
Gabrielle B
Sep 9, 20257 min read


Understanding Autoimmune Diseases (Made Simple!)
Introduction Hello and welcome back to the HEAL blog! Picture this: your body has its own built-in superhero squad called the immune...
Laylah W
Sep 2, 20254 min read


Cells: The Tiny Building Blocks of Life
Introduction When you look in the mirror, you see one whole person. But zoom in—way, way in—and you’d discover that you’re actually made...
Laylah W
Aug 27, 20252 min read


Cancer 101: When Cells Break the Rules
Introduction Most of the time, your body operates like a meticulously organized city. Cells grow, divide, and die on schedule, guided by...
Laylah W
Aug 18, 20254 min read


The Healthcare Staff Shortage in the United States
Introduction You might have seen the sentence “Not all heroes wear capes” somewhere in your neighborhood. This simple yet powerful...
Gabrielle B
Aug 18, 20253 min read


Understanding Neuro-Occupational Therapy
Are you interested in neurology? Have you heard of occupational therapy but aren’t sure what occupational therapists actually do? Read...
Gabrielle B
Aug 18, 20254 min read


The Science of Healthy Eyes: How Vision Works and How to Protect It
Introduction Your eyes don’t just help you see, they can also reveal clues about your overall health. Eye problems might signal...
Laylah W
Aug 11, 20253 min read


Stress Management: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly
Introduction Feeling overwhelmed? You aren’t the only one. The American Institute of Stress reports in article “Stress in Teens and...
Gabrielle B
Aug 9, 20254 min read


Behind the Screen: The Real Effects of Social Media on Teens
Hello and welcome to the HEAL Blog! In this blog post, we're going to talk about something that everyone has probably already heard of...
Alisha S
Aug 9, 20254 min read


The Science of a Healthy Smile: Preventing Cavities and Gum Disease
Hello and welcome to the HEAL blog! Taking care of your teeth might feel like a chore, but it’s one of the easiest ways to keep your...
Laylah W
Aug 4, 20254 min read


Fuel for the Future: How Nutrition Shapes Your Growth and Health
Hello and welcome to the HEAL blog! In this blog post, we're going to be talking about something super important that is often...
Brycen W
Jul 28, 20257 min read


Understanding Reproductive Health: Clear Facts for Informed Choices
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Abortion laws and access vary by state and can change over time. For the...
Brycen W
Jul 21, 20257 min read
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