by Theresa Drass | Oct 19, 2023 | children, Community, Elmo, Philadelphia Phillies, Small Business
“We took a picture with a guy dressed like Elmo, complete with a Phillies jersey. I was going for a selfie when Elmo handed my phone to a passing stranger… …It’s Philly, we help each other,” Elmo said. In an article titled “Phillies playoffs...
by Theresa Drass | Oct 15, 2023 | children, Community, Disease Prevention, Handwashing
Dirty hands can be a breeding ground for germs, and can spread diseases and infections. Some of the most common dangers of dirty hands include: Food poisoning: When germs from dirty hands contaminate food, it can cause food poisoning. Food poisoning can cause a...
by Theresa Drass | Oct 10, 2023 | Behavioral Health, children, Community, Consultant, Mental Health, Work Life Balance
Mental health matters Mental health is just as important as physical health, but it is often overlooked or dismissed. On this Mental Health Awareness Day, and during these continued tempestuous times, please take time to reflect about the importance of mental health...
by Theresa Drass | Oct 9, 2023 | Behavioral Health, Community, Consultant, healthcare, justice system, Lawsuits
The opioid epidemic has had a devastating impact on communities across the United States. In 2021, over 107,000 people died from drug overdoses, the highest number ever recorded. Opioids, including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and fentanyl, were involved in...
by Theresa Drass | Oct 7, 2023 | Behavioral Health, children, Community, Consultant, healthcare, justice system
The projects will examine underlying conditions and environments that influence health outcomes by enabling the development, implementation, and assessment of structural interventions. Structural interventions are meant to alter social determinants of health by...
by Theresa Drass | Jun 21, 2023 | Advocacy, Behavioral Health, Community, Overdose Prevention, Recovery Oriented Care
Peer support specialists can provide hope and motivation for people seeking treatment. When people see others who are successfully recovering from mental health challenges, it can give them the strength to believe that they can do the same. In addition, peer support...
