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Beyond the Hard Hat: Making Mental Health Part of Safety Culture Recognizing the signs, starting conversations and reducing stigma can help create safer, more connected job sites. By Rocky RowlettSep 17, 2026 September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma and remind one another that support is available. Sept. 14-18 also marks Construction Suicide Prevention Week, which highlights a difficult reality: construction workers face a higher risk of suicide than many other professions. This serves as an important reminder that safety extends beyond personal protective equipment (PPE), policies and procedures. It also includes what workers…

The unhappiest people in this world are the people who care the most about what everyone else thinks. “What’s wrong with wanting to please others?” That’s what several people asked me via email in response to one of my recent articles. Today, I want to discuss why it’s not healthy to try to please everyone, and some effective ways to stop yourself from doing so. Seeking approval from others is perfectly fine up until the point where you are compromising your health and happiness in the process. It becomes a serious problem if you feel as though widespread approval from…

The Lake County Suicide Prevention Task Force will host its 14th annual 5K Walk/Run for Awareness and Suicide Prevention on Sept. 26 at College of Lake County.Over the past several years, the event has had walkers/runners from many states, walking at the event or independently from wherever they are. Last year hosted a record number of participants.Check-in is from 9 to 10 a.m. There will be a welcome and kickoff ceremony streamed on Facebook Live.The race begins at 10:30 a.m.A resource fair will take place from 9 a.m. to noon. This family-friendly and dog-friendly event will also have food trucks.Registration…

Walking is one of the simplest ways to get more active and support your weight-loss goals. It’s low-impact, easy to fit into your daily routine, and doesn’t require an intense workout to get started. But if you’re carrying extra weight, choosing the right walking shoes can make a big difference. The added pressure on your feet, ankles, and joints means you need shoes that provide reliable support, cushioning, stability, and a comfortable fit. The right pair can help make your walks more comfortable and enjoyable, which makes it easier to stay consistent and turn walking into a healthy habit. After…

                                Conference Preview No one wants to see violence happen in the workplace, but all too often, it takes place. That’s why an upcoming National Comp. session, Before the Breaking Point: An Integrated Framework for Workplace Violence Prevention and Response, looks to educate and change how employers prioritize safety. Dan Hanlon of Noble Group, Dr. Ann Hawkins of Health Karma, and Ari Stowell of HCA previewed the session and shared lessons on how to support a workplace that values prevention and encourages the “say something”…

Although retiring to the warm climate of Phoenix, Arizona might sound like a dream, the state’s seniors are one of the fastest-growing populations experiencing homelessness. In fact, adults aged 55 and older regularly occupy about 40% of emergency shelter beds at Central Arizona Shelter Services, the largest shelter provider in the region. A new project hopes to help ease the issue.In March, a brand new development called Senior Bridge opened in Phoenix, with 40 independent studio units available to those 55 and older who are transitioning out of homelessness.Officials gather at the opening of Senior Bridge. @greaterphx/InstagramThe buildings are made from…

Success doesn’t start with frantic hustle. It starts in your head. When elite athletes, surgeons, and high-performing executives want to perform at their best, they don’t just work harder – they vividly picture in their mind a successful outcome before they ever take a step. Visualization isn’t wishful thinking or daydreaming. It’s a powerful psychological tool that can train your brain to recognize opportunities, stay focused under pressure, and build the confidence needed to turn your ambitions into reality. Here are five detailed visualization methods designed to help you achieve success. The Outcome Technique The Outcome Technique focuses on picturing…

WARSAW, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) — Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and assistive technology are opening new possibilities for people with disabilities in Europe, but technical limitations, high costs and gaps in accessible public services continue to restrict their benefits. Discussions at two accessibility events in Warsaw this week highlighted how public funding, user involvement and inclusive design can help translate technological progress into greater independence in daily life. Innovations for disabled people illustrated both the potential of these tools and the barriers to wider adoption. TECHNICAL PROGRESS, PRACTICAL LIMITS At Accessibility Expo, held on Tuesday and Wednesday, Romanian company .lumen…

Young Nick Schick takes a large plastic sheet off a mold – credit, family photo submitted to CBS In central California’s city of San Carlos, recycling plastics is a family affair. Nick Schick and his parents, David and Andrea, work exclusively with products made from hard-to-recycle plastic polymers called thermoplastics. Unlike water bottles and tote bags, thermoplastics lack conventional recycling methods. In order to stop them from reaching the landfills where they will breakdown into microplastics that poison our bodies and the environment, the Schicks run a chic nonprofit called Peninsula Precious Plastics that “rehomes” the material into new objects.…

Park Mental Health Mental Wellness Requires Preventive Approach, Too San Diego, CA., Sept. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Each year, specific months are dedicated to bringing awareness to various mental health topics; depression, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, eating disorders and suicide prevention, among many others. While these mental wellness campaigns are helpful in bringing conversations to prioritize mental well-being to the table annually, mental health deserves attention on a daily basis throughout the year. Park Mental Health in San Diego aims to do just that. The broader message is that these conditions can be treated in the same vein that physical…