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Overcoming barriers to access mental health care
Posted at 2:57 PM, May 18, 2021
and last updated 2021-05-18 16:57:30-04
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and experts say itâs a great time to speak to professionals and seek treatment if you or a loved one are struggling.
Dr. Hossam Mahmoud, Behavioral Health Medical Director for Regence BlueCross BlueShield says, âIf you are struggling right now, know you are not alone. Millions of people are struggling especially in the context of this challenging year.â
Mahmoud says it is vital to prioritize your mental health and talk to someone you trust about what you are feeling or going through.
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Virtual treatment for substance abuse can help take away the stigma typically associated with getting help.
Posted at 9:13 AM, Apr 23, 2021
and last updated 2021-04-23 11:13:52-04
20 million Americans struggle with substance abuse, and experts say during the pandemic the situation has only gotten worse. But there are new treatment options that can help take away the stigma often associated with getting help.
Dr. Hossam Maumoud, Behavioral Health Medical Director for Regence BlueCross BlueShield says, What has happened with the COVID-19 pandemic is that the crisis has worsened.
Mahmoud says opioid and alcohol abuse is only compounded by our current situation. It is becoming harder and harder to detect the signs and symptoms of substance use because of our physical distancing.
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SEATTLE - January is National Blood Donor Month and while it is important to donate blood year-round, it is especially important during this pandemic.
One might expect a shortage in blood donations during a pandemic, however, Vicki Finson, the Executive Vice President for blood services at Bloodworks Northwest says, We are collecting more blood and using more blood than we did in 2019.
Finson says it is an easy way to give back during this tough time, People are looking for something really good to do and something that feels really good to do in a time where it’s maybe hard to find some of those things.