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Date:May 2, 2019Source:Nationwide Children's HospitalA new study found rates of suicide attempts by self-poisoning among adolescents have more than doubled in the last decade in the United States, and more than tripled for girls and young women.A new...
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined. – Thoreau The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. – Eleanor RooseveltToo many of us are not living our dreams because we are living ou...
It's the midweek, and what better way to celebrate than with these wonderful Wednesday quotes!You're past the dreaded Monday, you've cruised past Tuesday without any hiccups, and now Wednesday beckons you to celebrate the exciting midweek vibes. Make...
My favorite time of year has finally arrived! Well, almost. I'm not sure what this says about me, but Halloween is my favorite time of the year. I think it's mostly the candy because the weather has changed just enough to be pleasantly cool, but not ...
North Carolina playwright, actor and teacher Sonny Kelly has made it his mission in life to inspire others. He aims to use performance and ministry to connect with people, especially marginalized kids. As a young man in the U.S. Air Force, Kelly fel...
Five benefits of accepting people as they are. 1. It avoids resentment and dissension. Who likes being told what to do and how to be? Not me. Do you? Isn't it really the same as being told that we are not "good enou...
August 19, 2019 Source: Virginia Tech: Reparative medicine scientists have discovered a new compound that could shield heart tissue before a heart attack, as well as preserve healthy cells when administered after a heart attack. F...
Graveyard Fields ProjectPisgah National Forest is filled with many remarkable places but one of the most beautiful and unique is known as Graveyard Fields. This high elevation valley is just below one of the highest ridges in the Pisgah range an...
NEW YORK (AP) — A 16-year-old Swedish climate activist who crossed the Atlantic in a zero-emissions sailboat anchored in waters off New York City on Wednesday as she prepared to land at a downtown marina. Greta Thunberg and her crew were expected to ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — It's the No. 1 reason patients don't fill their prescriptions: sticker shock.While the price of almost any good or service can be found online, most Americans don't know what they'll owe for a prescription medication until they get ...
Spooky Calzone Snake Recipe by: prttimecook "I came up with this idea for Halloween. I baked it in an S shape after combining an egg yolk with food coloring (I made several colors with several yolks) and painted to make a colorful striped s...
Yesterday, we introduced the longest kitty residents of Asheville Humane, and today we're featuring our long-stay pups! By adopting a pet who has been overlooked for a long time, not only are you giving them a second chance, you're ALSO opening up sp...
Double your impact for animals in need by adopting one of our longest residents!! When pets stay at Asheville Humane Society for long lengths of time, not only is the hustle and bustle of daily shelter-life hard on them, but it holds up other animal...
Asheville Humane Society No-Kill and Beyond -- We're about hope, not heartache. As Buncombe County's critical safety net since 1984, we are always here to save and protect every animal. We have mastered the art of saving lives within our walls a...
"Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure." – Oprah Winfrey"Life goes by really fast, and it seems that there are times when you're burying a lot of friends and family and then there are ti...
Power is given to things that can impact, influence, and change things in a profound way. Having said that, there is an immense power found within a smile. A smile conveys feelings of happiness, hope and positivity to anyone who sees it. You might di...
"Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much." -- Helen Keller "A good compromise is one where everybody makes a contribution." - -Angela Merkel "The best thing to hold onto in life is each other." - - Audrey He...
Ricotta with Fennel, Olive Oil & Black Pepper This flavorful dip is begging to star at the center of a luxurious Sunday night spread. Instead of hustling all day to get a meat-and-potatoes dinner on the table, let this simple dip be the sta...
Celbrities Reveal Their Mental Health Stories Pink has opened up about her mental health journey, speaking to Carson Daly on Today. The US singer said she's struggled with anxiety and depression and is an advocate for therapy, sharing that she and hu...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) WISQARS Leading Causes of Death Reports, in 2017:Suicide was the tenth leading cause of death overall in the United States, claiming the lives of over 47,000 people.Suicide was the sec...
While the news of Brian Wilson's passing yesterday, June 11, 2025, at the age of 82, brings a bittersweet note, it's truly a moment to turn up the volume and bask in the incredible, sun-drenched legac...
It's Memorial Day, and for many of us, that means firing up the grill, maybe hitting the lake, or just enjoying an extra day off. And honestly, there's nothing wrong with that! We all deserve a break....
Extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable; it places immense strain on your body's ability to cool itself. When sweating isn't enough, your core temperature rises, leading to potentially dangerous conditi...
Endangered Species Day, observed on May 16, 2025, is a day to raise awareness of endangered and threatened species and the vital work being done to protect them. Being a part of the conservation tale ...
Some musicians' songs have the sensation of a dialogue with a witty, witty, and brutally honest friend. Without a doubt, Jill Sobule was one of them. It just hits you differently when you learn that s...
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