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Normalizing Medications for Mental Health

Normalizing Medications for Mental Health

When it comes to mental health, there unfortunately remains a negative stigma associated with using medication to help manage any associated symptoms to improve overall quality of life. You'd never expect someone with asthma to go without their inhaler, or someone...

Meet the 2022 Brilliance Awards Top Honorees and Finalists

Meet the 2022 Brilliance Awards Top Honorees and Finalists

The 2022 Brilliance Awards, an annual celebration of the dynamic talent, spirit and intellect of those who tackle issues facing professional women, took place May 12 at the Amway Grand Plaza in downtown Grand Rapids. As the West Michigan Woman community gathered once...

Adult ADHD and Relationships

Adult ADHD and Relationships

Most people know that many children are diagnosed with ADHD each year—and most are familiar with the common symptoms of hyperactivity, trouble sitting still, or the "Squirrel!" form of distractibility (watch the movie Up). What many people don't know is there are...

The Grand Rapids Asian-Pacific Festival Returns for Its Sixth Year

The Grand Rapids Asian-Pacific Festival Returns for Its Sixth Year

The Grand Rapids Asian-Pacific Festival will once again return to Calder Plaza for its sixth year on June 10 – 11, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. This free, annual family-friendly event seeks to celebrate the Pacific Islander and Asian American communities right here in...

Caring for Yourself When There’s Traumatic News: 6 Tips

Caring for Yourself When There’s Traumatic News: 6 Tips

Did you know? Regular exposure to upsetting information can trigger symptoms that mimic post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety—sometimes referred to as vicarious trauma. Some people are more susceptible and sensitive to these effects, which can include panic...

Summertime Smoothies

Summertime Smoothies

In addition to being aesthetically pleasing, smoothies are truly a versatile way to sneak some extra fruits, veggies and vitamins into your day. And the good news? You don't have to visit a smoothie shop to snag a truly healthy and satisfying treat. We've got some...

Inaugural Pride Festival Coming to Downtown Muskegon

Inaugural Pride Festival Coming to Downtown Muskegon

Muskegon Pride Center, in partnership with JCI Greater Muskegon, will celebrate Muskegon's first LGBTQIA2S+ friendly festival on June 4. Organizers of the inaugural festival say the event will spotlight LGBTQIA2S+ owned businesses, artists, performers, and supporters...

Make It Homemade—and Healthier

Make It Homemade—and Healthier

With just a few simple ingredient swaps, you can boost the nutritional content of your favorite snacks and meals. Convenience foods often make eating a lot more, well ... convenient. With our fast-paced schedules, we're often more apt to grab something that's ready to...

University of Michigan Health-West Opens New Allendale Health Center

University of Michigan Health-West Opens New Allendale Health Center

University of Michigan Health-West has opened a larger Allendale Health Center to better meet the needs of the thriving community it has served since 2009. The new Allendale Health Center, at 4830 Becker Drive, is just two miles east of the previous location and...