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                                LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL – January 15, 2026: WorkCompCollege.com, a service of Workers’ Compensation Educational Services, LLC, today announced a long-term, 10-year strategic partnership with Montana State Fund to deliver a customized professional development platform supporting the education, growth, and long-term success of MSF’s claims professionals.  Under the agreement, Montana State Fund will deploy a curated learning ecosystem built from WorkCompCollege.com’s extensive course library, designed to strengthen both technical excellence and human-centered skills across claims, leadership, and operational teams. This partnership represents a shared commitment to modernizing professional development in workers’ compensation and investing in the next generation of industry professionals.  The…

Same-sex sexual behavior is not just for humans.In fact, as of today, scientists have documented more than 1,500 species that engage in same-sex sexual activities, including whales, penguins, fish, and sheep.And a new study, published in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution, scientists have shared the most comprehensive review of same-sex behavior in primates in scientific history.The research analyzed data from 491 non-human primate species, including chimpanzees and macaques. Of those 491 species, they documented same-sex behavior in 59 and declared it “common” among 23.They also explored the links between same-sex behavior and ecological conditions and social structures among apes…

Medicines for mental health condition in this photo shared by pharmacy student Riona Maestro Sison on her Facebook on Jan. 12, 2026 (riona05 via Facebook)A pharmacy student raised awareness about how Filipinos can access free medicines for mental health conditions.Facebook user Riona Maestro Sison on Monday, January 12, shared that she was able to get 60 tablets of an antidepressant “totally free of charge” through a program of the Department of Health.Called the Medicines Access Program for Mental Health (MAP-MH), she said it allowed her to obtain free medicines for her condition at an access site recognized under the initiative.“Words cannot express…

Women with learning disabilities (LD) face persistent and deeply rooted health inequities, including poorer overall health and a shorter life expectancy than the wider population. For those who become mothers, these disparities are often intensified: both they and their babies are at greater risk of complications during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Recognizing these realities is not about defining women by risk, but about acknowledging the urgent need for compassionate, inclusive, and well-coordinated care that supports their health, dignity, and right to thrive. Modern maternity care often falls short in providing the steady, attentive support that birthing women need and deserve.…

This overlooked self-care habit makes a world of difference.gettyThe start of a new year carries the promise of renewal on many fronts. One of them is self-care. As goals are mapped out, priorities clarified, and plans refreshed, CEOs and senior leaders often approach this moment with renewed focus and forward momentum.Yet despite new intentions, most leaders don’t actually begin the year from a clean slate. While objectives may change, leaders’ internal carryover often remains. What wasn’t resolved in the prior season doesn’t disappear simply because the calendar turns. And that matters, because what remains unresolved doesn’t stay neatly in the…

Trays of printed social security checks wait to be mailed from the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Management services facility in Philadelphia. (Bradley C Bower, FRE / AP) Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their January benefits this week. There will also be another SSI check distributed at the end of the month. Here’s what to know about January’s payments, along with new changes in 2026. More: Trump says Americans could get $2,000 stimulus checks ‘toward end of the year’ JTNDZGl2JTNFJTBBJTNDYSUyMGhyZWYlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5nb29nbGUuY29tJTJGcHJlZmVyZW5jZXMlMkZzb3VyY2UlM0ZxJTNEc3RhdGVzbWFuLmNvbSUyMiUzRSUwQSUzQ2ltZyUyMHNyYyUzRCUyMmh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGcy5oZG51eC5jb20lMkZwaG90b3MlMkYwMSUyRjU0JTJGMzUlMkYzNiUyRjI4NDMyMzA3JTJGMyUyRnJhd0ltYWdlLmpwZyUyMiUzRSUwQSUzQyUyRmElM0UlMEElM0MlMkZkaXYlM0U= JTNDZGl2JTNFJTBBJTNDYSUyMGhyZWYlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5nb29nbGUuY29tJTJGcHJlZmVyZW5jZXMlMkZzb3VyY2UlM0ZxJTNEc3RhdGVzbWFuLmNvbSUyMiUzRSUwQSUzQ2ltZyUyMHNyYyUzRCUyMmh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGcy5oZG51eC5jb20lMkZwaG90b3MlMkYwMSUyRjU0JTJGMzUlMkYzNiUyRjI4NDMyMzA3JTJGMyUyRnJhd0ltYWdlLmpwZyUyMiUzRSUwQSUzQyUyRmElM0UlMEElM0MlMkZkaXYlM0U= The Social Security Administration’s yearly distribution schedule for 2026 is available online so…

Modern life is challenging, fraught with unrelenting pressures and volatility. Our culture, and often our upbringing, teaches us that emotional strength equals control; rather than working through or processing difficult emotions, like anger, grief, shame, and fear, we learn to push feelings aside and ‘get over it’. Don’t dwell. Don’t fall apart. Be positive. Get a grip. We learn to project an image of unrealistic stability and strength, while ignoring our actual mental state. When these directives are internalized, we must manage ourselves in ways that can negatively affect health, both physical and mental. Avoiding, intellectualizing, suppressing, and repressing feelings…

Social Security is a key lifeline for millions of retired Americans. As of January 2026, the average monthly salary is $2,071, according to the Social Security Administration, indicating that a meaningful number of seniors receive five-figure annual payouts from this crucial program every year (1). However, for some retirees, the monthly payouts can be far larger. In fact, in 2026, the maximum monthly payment is set at $5,251. Those who receive this monthly amount can expect a total payment of roughly $63,000 this year, which is comparable to the median earnings of full-time workers, according to the Bureau of Labor…

One of the strongest signs of your growth is realizing you’re no longer holding on to the beliefs that once used to limit you. I received a thank you email recently from a longtime reader and coaching client named Kevin (I’m writing about him today with permission). He said the work Marc and I do helped him and his wife maintain healthy mindsets as they struggled and grew through one of the most difficult periods of their lives. Certain sections of his email nearly moved me to tears: “After injuring my back, losing my job because of it, being evicted…

Trauma-related terms like adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and trauma-informed care (TIC) frequently appear in guidelines and quality initiatives. However, clinicians often lack clarity on how to measure ACEs, how they differ from PTSD, and how to address trauma in patient care.  Alexander Nicholas Melinyshyn, MD, a neurologist based in Ontario, Canada, and board member for the Canadian Headache Society, shared guidance on ACEs and trauma-informed care at the 2025 Scottsdale Headache Symposium, held from December 3 to 7, 2025, in Scottsdale, Arizona.1  In an interview with The Clinical Advisor, Dr Melinyshyn suggested that the confusion around…