Health and Wellness
Last year, on the first nice day of spring, I was leaving work just before 5 p.m. The sun felt brighter than it had in months, and the redbuds were flowering above me. As I walked to my car, I noticed three guys about my age sauntering down the street […]
What to Do After You’re Mugged
Growing up, you may not have had to worry too much about health insurance. When it comes time for you to go out on your own, however, making sure that you have health insurance is crucial. Many colleges actually require proof of insurance before they let you enroll. Having health […]
Health Insurance for Students: Your Options, Simplified
Today is the funeral for an old friend of mine who tragically lost a long battle with drug addiction. Today, I’m lost, looking back at what I had done and what I could have done. When I think of him, I am especially saddened by how young he was when […]
How to Help a Friend with a Drug or Alcohol Dependency
Stay in the light, have your phone, walk fast, check who’s behind you... Some people naturally take these precautions to feel safer when walking alone at night. The unavoidable reality is that day-to-day activities are more dangerous for some people: women, genderqueer and non-binary individuals, people of color. I speak […]