How to support those affected, prevent onset, and improve quality of life.
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In this issue, we delve into some of the most pressing health challenges faced by many individuals today and explore the ways we can support those affected, prevent onset, and improve quality of life, including:
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Can rheumatoid arthritis (RA) be delayed or prevented? Kevin Deane, MD, PhD, explains the progress that’s being made in RA research and how studies on all autoimmune diseases across the CU Anschutz Medical Campus can inform each other.
Philanthropic Spotlight: Strengthening Queer Joy through the Power of Art
Designed as a virtual meeting space, Colorado’s Queer Youth Network (CQYN, pronounced “sequin”) fosters healing and inclusivity for queer youth whose geographical location renders them without access to crucial mental wellness assistance or a tethering anchor to the LGBTQ+ community.
For teenagers growing up in a society that is grappling with an overwhelming mental health crisis, community is everything. For LGBTQ+ teenagers, especially those living in America’s rural sectors, access to community – and the sense of belonging that comes with it – can often be a matter of life or death.
CQYN is a haven for rural queer teens ages 12-22. The bi-weekly digital gatherings offer a safe place to grow together in community through discussions on queer joy, shared experiences and solutions for societal change. For many participants it is a lifeline, an invaluable opportunity to cultivate hope, restoration and a path forward – together – in the face of school-place bullying, tenuous home life and anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
As art is a remarkable force for unification and empowering the voiceless, CQYN utilizes a variety of effective arts-based methods as the basis for their work.
PODCAST National Crisis of Physician Burnout: What Can Be Done?
A high percentage of physicians are cutting back hours or thinking about leaving the profession, meaning potential reductions in healthcare access, quality of care and patient safety.
RESEARCH STUDY Exercise-Induced Cognitive Improvement Through Enhanced Sleep in Parkinson’s Disease
You may be eligible if you are 45 years of age or older, have no contraindications to exercise, do not participate in a regular exercise program, and have a Parkinson's Disease diagnosis.
JULY 30 Complimentary Lunch Lesson: Create a Beautiful, Low-Maintenance Garden with Native Colorado Plants
Ideal for homeowners, gardening enthusiasts, and anyone interested in sustainable landscaping. Sponsored by the CU Anschutz Health and Wellness Center.
