The 80th Session of the Nevada Legislature – What You Need to Know
February 4, 2019 kicked off the 80th session of the Nevada Legislature and brought with it many new bills. With almost 500 assembly and senate bills, it can be hard to keep up on what is most relevant in our community. Thankfully, we’ve compiled some bills you should watch out for (and what they mean) […]
Creating a happy well-designed life definitely requires large investments. In order to live a happy life, we have to create a foundation by investing time in our education, relationships, family, creativity, and work. Having the basics covered, one would think that would be enough. Yet we can often find ourselves falling short in some areas. […]
The anticipation is growing stronger… spring break season is here! Spring break is the perfect opportunity to de-stress and escape the pressures of tough classes. Whether you are staying home or going on vacation, spending time with family or with friends, this week is welcomed by all. Many people choose to travel during their vacation […]
You step outside to see the sun shining but feel the tickle of cold air on your cheeks. At your feet, the ground is decorated with fresh snow. It is a beautiful winter day in Nevada! While some may be tempted to stay inside during these brisk months, the winter season provides the perfect opportunity […]
When people ask if you are smart, do you think about the grades you get in school or do you think about the great friends you have made there? What does “being smart” mean to you? There are different kinds of intelligence and each serve their own purpose. Emotional intelligence can be defined as the […]
Yes or no? Girl thought. Our lives are riddled with decisions, and every decision leads to a different path. Where do the paths you did not take lead, you ask? We may never know. But in this life, the only path we know with absolute certainty is the one we are on . . . […]
According to the American Cancer Society 13,170 cases of cervical cancer will be diagnosed in the United States in 2019 and about 4,250 women will die from this disease (1). January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Here are some important facts about this type of cancer and how you can reduce your risk. What is […]
In collaboration with Healthy Young NV, we at High Sierra AHEC (a public health based nonprofit in affiliation with the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine) believe in the same core values of understanding the importance of health education and access to healthcare to ensure the wellbeing of our community. Furthermore, we work to […]
Fever, chills, muscle aches, cough, congestion, runny nose, headaches, and fatigue – sounds, awful, right? These are all symptoms associated with the flu. In the US, between 9.2 million and 35.6 million cases of flu arise each year. Flu season typically runs from October through May, with the peak season occurring between December to […]
What is mental illness? Mental illness can be defined as “… a disease that causes mild to severe disturbances in thought and/or behavior, resulting in an inability to cope with life’s ordinary demands and routines (Mental Health America, 2018).” These illnesses can take emotional, physical, and spiritual tolls on those who face them on a […]