5 Tips To Prevent Doomscrolling

Maria Loreto

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July 17, 2020

When times are hard, it’s difficult to avoid consuming depressing news. Here are 5 tips that can help you control your impulses.

The pandemic has affected all of us to different degrees, but one thing that most of us have in common is our increased exposure to the news. Spending so much time submerged in distress is bad for our health because it sparks the urge to check the news several times a day, hoping we don’t miss a thing, feeding in to some perverse curiosity. Because it’s 2020, there’s an internet term for this: doomscrolling.

Doomscrolling is a necessary evil at this point, something that’s extremely hard to avoid when restaurants and bars are closed and going out with friends requires social distancing. We have constant reminders of all that’s going wrong in the world from everywhere we look. Still, even if it’s tough and if you feel like its your civic duty to remain informed, your health should be prioritized and you should work on eliminating your exposure to stressful stuff.

Here are 5 tips to prevent doomscrolling and improve your mood.

Make a schedule

Schedules come and go, especially when working from home. Still, try your best to adjust every couple of weeks, molding your schedule into something that’s flexible but that works for you. These guidelines should allow you to work, exercise, eat healthy and have time for yourself, preferably away from your phone and computer.

If you’re finding yourself constantly checking the news and not having time to do much else, schedule some outside walks and phone calls. Give yourself deadlines that push you to get your work done early or on time. Be realistic with yourself and your plans.

Meditate

If you’re feeling too caught up in negative feelings and need something to recenter yourself, try meditating. Use a guided app and disconnect from your screens for a session that will hopefully make you feel present and that can prevent you from going to that anxious place you go to after reading too many crappy news within a short span of time.

Socialize

This is a particularly difficult time to be social with friends and family, either because you’re living alone or because, despite it all, life remains as busy as it always has and it’s difficult to make time for others. During the first months of the pandemic, people were more excited to call each other and connect through Zoom. Now that we’re growing used to it, interacting with others is almost a chore. Don’t let go of your connections even if you feel like there’s nothing to discuss. Even a 5 minute talk with a friend can make everyone involved feel better.

Keep an eye on your triggers

If politics are making you anxious, try blocking these topics for a little while, at least until you’re in a better headspace to consume them. Use all of the tools at your disposal: block push notifications, mute people who get intense on social media and avoid topics that get you riled up. One effective method of filtering out news is to subscribe to a newsletter and use that as your main source of information.

Follow something online that makes you happy

If you’re having a tough time staying away from social media then make sure you engage in positive things whenever you’re scrolling. Follow accounts that make you feel happy and peaceful, that put you in touch with things that are fun, creative or simply soothing. In short, follow all the cats and dogs accounts you can. Also, here are 10 Instagram Accounts To Boost Your Mental Health.

Get Busted Driving With Marijuana And You May Lose Your Vehicle

Mike Adams

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July 17, 2020

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Get Busted Driving With Marijuana And You May Lose Your Vehicle

Thanks to controversial civil asset forfeiture laws, police can often permanently seize a suspect’s vehicle if they are caught using it to transport marijuana.

Now that marijuana is becoming increasingly more legal across the United States, more of the population is dropping its guard when it comes to holding weed. But while pot possession will no longer get adults 21 and over into trouble with the law in 11 states and the District of Columbia, marijuana is still mostly banned in this country. And people are still going to jail for it.

In fact, some of the latest FBI crime data shows that, in spite of legalization becoming more widespread, well over a half a million people were still arrested for pot possession in 2018. That’s more arrests for this offense than in 2016 and 2017, the data shows. So, yeah, if you think that law enforcement won’t drag you to jail for cannabis in this day and age, you are sadly mistaken.

But more than just being taken into custody and charged with a drug crime, there are more hardships that could potentially scar a person if that bust happens on the road. Thanks to controversial civil asset forfeiture laws, police can often permanently seize a suspect’s vehicle if they are caught using it to transport marijuana. And it doesn’t have to be a large shipment either. People have lost their cars, trucks and other motor vehicles for merely having small amounts.

In Illinois, which just legalized marijuana for recreational use, police are still using this law to collect vehicles to sell at police auctions. A report from Patch shows that cops in Joliet are presently trying to add a 2006 Hyundai Sonata to their pile after catching a couple of people “sitting in the vehicle,” which just so happened to have a little marijuana in the glove compartment.

It seems that 19-year-old Tyree Levy and his uncle, Melvin Wilson, were hanging out in the Hyundai when the police showed up to investigate a burglar alarm. But when police decided to question Levy and Wilson — since they were just sitting there, minding their own business — one of the police officers, “advised that he could smell an odor of cannabis emitting from inside the vehicle,” the report states.

Levy then confessed that there was some marijuana in the car.

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During a search, police discovered less than an ounce of marijuana and a little over two grams of cocaine. More than enough for them to take possession of the Hyundai and eventually sell it off to benefit the department.

According to the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office, since the vehicle “was used or was intended to be used to transport a controlled substance or facilitate the concealment, delivery, possession and transportation of a controlled substance in a felony violation of the Controlled Substances Act,” it is now up for grabs.

The defendants in the case must now attend a forfeiture hearing to make a plea with the judge as to why they should get their car back. But there is a distinct possibility that the vehicle is gone forever. The civil asset forfeiture laws in this country have allowed police to seize cash and personal property for years without having to actually prove someone is guilty of a crime.

Suspicion alone has lined the pockets of the U.S. government and local police forces for years. But the fact that these two were actually caught in possession of illegal drugs (even one that will be legal in Illinois as of January 1) means they will likely lose their vehicle for good. They will find out more when the time comes to make their case in December. Let’s hope the judge is sympathetic.

Marijuana Sales Predicted To Surpass $15 Billion By End Of 2020

Brendan Bures

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July 17, 2020

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Marijuana Sales Predicted To Surpass $15 Billion By End Of 2020

Some states have experienced record monthly sales while tourist-dependent markets have experienced a mixed bag.

Maybe it’s the boredom. Maybe it’s the mental health benefits. Maybe it’s the preliminary research that cannabis could prevent COVID-19 infections. But several data agencies and state reports indicate marijuana sales have continued to rise during the global pandemic.

Multiple states, including Florida and Arizona, have hit new records for monthly medical marijuana sales in the past few months. Even original cannabis states in adult use markets have seen historic sales amid the pandemic. In May, Colorado saw a record $192 million in combined marijuana sales and Oregon crossed the $100 million mark for the first time since 2015. Illinois dispensary sales set a new record in June, too.

Overall, Marijuana Business Factbook projections expect combined marijuana sales to pass $15 billion by the end of 2020. That represents a 40% rise in the legal cannabis market between this year and last. Should the projections hold, the marijuana industry will produce larger annual revenue than the NBA, toothpaste and hard seltzer markets combined.

Photo by Burak K via PexelsFactbook predicts the cannabis industry will become at least a $30 billion market by 2024, if not higher. That would push the cannabis market past prescription pain medicine ($16.1 billion) and craft beer ($29.6 billion) in annual sales.

But the coronavirus pandemic has also produced a mixed bag for some markets. This is especially true in states with heavy tourism, like Nevada and California. About 80% of all Nevada cannabis sales occur in Las Vegas, which shut down in Mid-March and re-opened in June with multiple restrictions in place. Cannabis sales were down 25% in May from last year in the same month.

State lawmakers in non-legal states have certainly taken notice of the record-breaking cannabis revenue, however. New Jersey and Pennsylvania legislators characterized cannabis legalization as a “no-brainer” to boost the post-pandemic economy. New Mexico and New York have also suggested legalizing marijuana to fix budget deficits.

5 Ways To Boost Your Creativity At Work

Maria Loreto

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July 17, 2020

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Most jobs don’t demand constant creativity. Still, your productivity and enjoyment can be influenced by trying new approaches and thinking outside the box.

There’s no need to have a career as an artist to find the space to be creative. Creativity is a tool that can be applied to anything, from solving a problem with a loved one to transforming your non-artistic job into something that’s more enjoyable and different.

Now that many people are working from home, your home office and personal rules are a good opportunity to rethink how you approach your work. Not being inside a stuffy office allows you to have some fun if you want to, whether that means playing music or wearing clothes that are more comfortable for you.

Here are 5 things you can do that will help you be more creative on the job, whether you consider yourself a creative person or not.

Find a space that works for you

The first thing you should do is find a space that’s comfortable and that adapts to your personal needs. Keep your area tidy and functional, but add some personality to it, whether by adding photos, posters and more. Try to work near some natural light, something that can make you feel refreshed and nourished. Make sure that your work space is pleasant and that you enjoy spending time there.

Brainstorm more often

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We brainstorm ideas constantly, whether we’re alone or with others, sometimes without even noticing it. One small upgrade that can make your brainstorm sessions more efficient is to add a whiteboard, a notepad or someplace where you can pin ideas down, even if they sound silly or unorthodox. This list doesn’t need to be perfect, it just needs to reflect your ideas so you won’t forget about them.

Follow through on your ideas

While ideas are great, it’s also important to follow through. Find a way of holding yourself accountable, whether by writing it down and pinning it on your board or, in a more extreme move, discussing your idea with your boss and eliminating escape routes. Do what works for you, but remind yourself that it’s often very easy to avoid disrupting your workload by sticking to what works, which can make you feel bored and uninspired.

Shake things up

When working a 9 to 5 job, it’s common for people to find a groove and stick to it. This is good, because it means that you know how to do your job and are comfortable in managing the everyday challenges of your positions. But it’s also something that holds a lot of people back, stopping them from trying out new activities and approaches that can be more fulfilling and result in better work. Don’t be afraid to speak up in your meetings and to pitch your ideas. The more you do it, the more comfortable you’ll become and the more your presence will be valued.

Go for a walk

Outdoor walks, where you get to see and smell the beauty of nature, are some of the most useful routines when channeling creativity, especially if you’ve been spending most of your time working indoors. Ideas can come from the most random interactions and things, especially if you’re actively on the lookout for them and are ready to engage with the world in different ways.

NBA Players Are Smoking A Bunch Of Marijuana In The Playoff Bubble

Brendan Bures

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July 16, 2020

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NBA Players Are Smoking A Bunch Of Marijuana In The Playoff Bubble

Because of the extended isolation and rising coronavirus numbers in Florida where the Disney campus is located, the players need help to maintain their mental health.

The first rule of Fight Club is don’t talk about Fight Club. The second rule of Fight Club is don’t connect the dots that NBA players are smoking a bunch of marijuana in the Disney playoff bubble.

Don’t take my word for it. Check this quote from an NBA agent when asked about players smuggling cannabis into the playoff bubble in a recent Athletic story.

“You’re asking about Fight Club,” the agent said. “There’s no testing for a reason.”

If you’re a little confused, let me catch you up to speed. The NBA will finish its regular season and playoffs with 22 teams in a “bubble campus” constructed on Disney World properties. The players will remain on the campus the deeper their teams survive in the playoffs — a minimum 40 days to a maximum of 82 days. In between practice and games, they can golf, fish, play video games, and play cards with teammates.

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It is an AAU-style basketball summer camp, except almost everyone is a millionaire and over six feet tall. These men have become accustomed to a way of life constructed around their every whim. And now these men must stay in average hotel rooms, eat average food, and be bored out of their minds. It’s absurd and would even be hilarious if a global pandemic did not cause such circumstances.

But the NBA announced it would not test for recreational drugs throughout the duration of the bubble. This was a signal that players could consume marijuana without reproach. “There was probably weed hidden in all kind of stuff—DVD players, shaving cream cans,” another agent joked.

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According to the Athletic story, players openly wondered among themselves if a pound of cannabis would last long enough in the bubble.

“Bring more than you think you’re going to need,” Al Harrington, an NBA veteran who reinvented himself as a cannabis entrepreneur, told The Athletic. “You might have that teammate who’s never smoked and might want to try it since they’re stuck in a bubble. So you might be supplying other people.”

Because of the extended isolation and rising coronavirus numbers in Florida where the Disney campus is located, players need tools and strategies to maintain their mental health. This is where cannabis could come in handy.

“When you think about it, it’s damn near inhumane for them not to have marijuana,” Harrington said. “These guys are going to need something to get away. Normally in the course of the season, the playoffs, if you have a bad game, you have a bad turnover to lose the game, you get to go home and see your kids. In this bubble situation, you can’t get away from the bad game. From a mental wellness standpoint, they’re going to need vices. If I had to choose as an owner, I’m choosing cannabis over them taking pills, over them drinking liquor and being dehydrated. You’re going to need THC in the bubble.”

Can You Get Sick With COVID-19 More Than Once?

Maria Loreto

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July 16, 2020

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Can You Get Sick With COVID-19 More Than Once?

What experts do know about COVID-19 is that it’s a confusing disease and that we’re only now discovering it’s reach and effect.

When living through a pandemic, it’s normal to think through different scenarios, whether they concern your health or income. When it comes to COVID-19, a significant number of people are terrified of contracting the disease — even those who have already suffered through it.

Like many viruses, some experts believe that getting exposed to the pathogen might make people more resistant to it, at least temporarily. Sadly, new reports suggest that COVID-19 doesn’t act like other flus and viruses. It seems that people are able to catch the virus twice, with the second round being even more harmful.

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“During his first infection, my patient experienced a mild cough and sore throat. His second infection, in contrast, was marked by a high fever, shortness of breath, and hypoxia, resulting in multiple trips to the hospital,” wrote primary care physician Dr. Clay Ackerly for Vox.

The doctor explains that one explanation for this particular patient’s symptoms is that while he recovered from his first infection, theoretically producing the necessary antibodies, he then caught the second bout from a family member. By the time the second infection occurred, his initial antibody response might have faded.

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A recent study found that those who are either asymptomatic or symptomatic build an antibody response immediately after infection, only to have it fade away within 60 to 90 days. While that number of days works for seasonal viruses and flus, it’s not enough for a pandemic that seems unaffected by weather and that shows no signs of stopping anytime soon. It also eliminates the hope of “herd immunity.”

“Just throw it out the window,” Dr. Michael Saag told NBC News. “Because not enough people could sustain an immune response that would protect against reinfection long enough for the virus to extinguish.”

What experts do know about COVID-19 is that it’s a confusing disease and that we’re only now discovering it’s reach and effect. Until we know how the virus works, we’ll have to be extra careful with our health and how we conduct ourselves when surrounded by others.

CBD And Athlete’s Foot

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Maria Loreto

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July 16, 2020

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Study results have shown that CBD and some other cannabinoids have anti-fungal properties.

There’s a million things that can go wrong with our bodies. And many wellness companies would like people to believe that most of these conditions can be successfully treated with CBD. Still, the compound has a lot of promise for treating several key issues, such as chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and more.

A 2011 study published in the Journal of Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapeutics found the compound even has anti-fungal properties that could potential treat conditions such as athlete’s foot, which are uncomfortable, but generally not that concerning. Unless people suffer from diabetes or have compromised immune systems, these afflictions are mainly aesthetic.

These conditions are also usually hard to treat with over-the-counter medications. People who have the most success usually catch these infections early and rely on prescription medication in order to successfully treat them.

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CBD is big when it comes to treating skin conditions, especially if you’re using full spectrum products. Since the broad effects of CBD haven’t been fully studied, there’s no way of knowing which part of the compound is best at managing skin conditions and controlling infections. When using full spectrum products, you ensure that the terpenes and cannabinoids present in the extracts are also there, producing cannabis’ entourage effect.

There are no known side effects associated with the topical use of CBD, which means that it’s relatively low risk if you’re looking to supplement the medication you normally use to treat fungi infections. In order to be as successful as possible, make sure to document your progress, including before and after photos, and be diligent. Jot down the product(s) you use, and how much of it you apply to your skin. This will be especially helpful, should you decide to see a dermatologist at some point.

Is CBN A Controlled Substance? Yes. No. Maybe.

Nathalie Bougenies

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July 16, 2020

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Is CBN A Controlled Substance? Yes. No. Maybe.

Some commentators argue that CBN, regardless of its source, is a controlled substance because it is produced from the degradation of THC.

Earlier this year, we discussed the legality of lesser-known hemp-derived cannabinoids which appeared to be gaining success in the U.S. One of these promising cannabinoids is cannabinol (“CBN”).

Put simply, CBN is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid that results from the degradation of THC. Because it is difficult, if not impossible, to grow CBN-rich strains of hemp, most of the CBN found on the U.S. market is the product of decarboxylation — a chemical reaction that converts other cannabinoids, such as CBD and THC, into CBN. This conversion process creates some confusion regarding the legal status of CBN.

Although CBN is not expressly listed under the federal Controlled Substances Act (the “CSA”), the cannabinoid is a Scheduled I controlled substance when derived from marijuana. The CSA defines “marihuana” to mean “all part of the cannabis plant” except the stalks and non-viable seeds. Because neither the stalks nor non-viable seeds contain meaningful amounts of cannabinoids, CBN squarely falls under the definition of marijuana, and as a result, is a controlled substance.

On the other hand, CBN derived from hemp is not a controlled substance, and thus, may be lawful. This is true for two reasons. First, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (the “2018 Farm Bill”) expressly removed “hemp” from the CSA definition of marijuana. Second, the 2018 Farm Bill defines “hemp” as “all parts” of the cannabis plant, including cannabinoids, with a THC concentration that does not exceed 0.3% on a dry weight basis. Accordingly, the cannabinoid CBN is probably lawful if derived from hemp.

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Nevertheless, some commentators argue that CBN, regardless of its source, is a controlled substance because it is produced from the degradation of THC. The proponents of this argument generally rely on two theories.

The first theory is premised on the federal Analogue Act. That statute treats any chemical intended for human consumption as a Schedule I or II substance, if it is “substantially similar” to a controlled substance listed in Schedule I or II of the CSA. But should the Analogue Act apply in this context? The CSA expressly excludes “tetrahydrocannabinols [THC] in hemp” from the list of Schedule I controlled substances. Moreover, the effects of CBN are not “substantially similar” to those of THC. In fact, its effects are significantly less potent. Therefore, CBN that stems from hemp-derived THC should not be deemed a controlled substance analogue in my view.

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The second argument is based on the idea that only CBN derived from THC “in hemp” is lawful. The reasoning here is that trace amounts (no more than 0.3%) of THC that naturally occur in the hemp plant are lawful; but THC that is extracted and isolated from the hemp plant is unlawful. This analysis fails to account for the congressional intent behind the 2018 Farm Bill. The 2018 Farm Bill expressly legalized “derivatives, extracts, [and] cannabinoids,” most of which must go through a processing phase that inevitably increases the THC concentration. Accordingly, it is reasonable to infer that Congress intended to legalize processed hemp as well.

However, as reasonable as this statutory interpretation is, it fails to resolve the position taken by most law enforcement groups, which generally to treat processed hemp containing more than 0.3% THC as marijuana — even if the THC concentration only increases fleetingly during the processing phase.

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Consequently, though it seems clear that hemp-derived CBN should not be treated as a Schedule I controlled substance analogue, it is unclear whether CBN that results from processed hemp-derived THC is lawful, given the confusing legal status of THC not “in hemp.”

This lingering uncertainty regarding the legal status of CBN will likely need to be addressed through legislation or the courts. In the meantime, producing CBN from THC extracted from hemp should be done cautiously and with the understanding that this lesser-known cannabinoid may be treated as a controlled substance under the CSA — even if Congress didn’t consider or intend this result.

Nathalie Bougenies is an attorney at Harris Bricken and this article was originally published on the Canna Law Blog.

Lifetime Marijuana Use Not Linked To Middle-Age Heart Health

Brendan Bures

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July 16, 2020

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Lifetime Marijuana Use Not Linked To Middle-Age Heart Health

Researchers concluded cumulative cannabis use was not associated with heart abnormalities or other cardiovascular diseases, such as stroke or heart disease.

Understanding how marijuana affects heart health has emerged as a primary focus for cannabis researchers in recent years. The science connecting the two is limited and no known association between cardiovascular disease and cannabis use exists. Possible risks for heart patients exist, however, as cannabis can reduce the potency of medications like statins and blood thinners.

But new clinical data published in the journal Addiction should provide reassurance to middle-age marijuana users. They found no connection between current or cumulative lifetime marijuana use and heart abnormalities in middle age.

An international team of researchers, including those from the United States and Switzerland, used data from an ongoing longitudinal study called CARDIA (Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults). The study has tracked thousands of Americans — divided fairly evenly among gender as well as black and white participants — since 1985 to better understand risk factors and determinants in cardiovascular disease development.

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The recent clinical trail gathered 2,585 middle-age subject from the CARDIA group to determine if cannabis affected the results of electrocardiogram (ECG). Controlling for possible factors like race, education, smoking tobacco, alcohol consumption, and exercise, researchers reported using cannabis did not cause higher ECG abnormalities. They did note, without drawing any conclusions, that major ECG abnormalities were less frequent in current marijuana users.

“In a middle-aged US population, lifetime cumulative and occasional current marijuana use were not associated with increases in electrocardiogram abnormalities,” the study’s authors wrote. “This adds to the growing body of evidence that occasional marijuana use and cardiovascular disease events and markers of subclinical atherosclerosis [hardening of the arteries] are not associated.”

Researchers had previously used CARDIA data to explore other associations between lifetime marijuana use and other cardiovascular complications. They found cumulative cannabis use was not connected to a hardening of the arteries or other cardiovascular diseases like stroke or heart disease.

Healthcare Professionals Suffer Risk Of COVID-19 Burnout

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Kate-Madonna Hindes

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July 16, 2020

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Healthcare Professionals Suffer Risk Of COVID-19 Burnout

As a result of the pandemic, medical healthcare providers are under enormous workload pressure and increased total expenditures of their health.

Like a sturdy fortress under a continuous siege that has lasted for months, healthcare professionals also face the medical challenges of COVID-19. They are confronting a physical and emotional attack on their well-being.

The COVID-19 pressure cooker began rising in March. Although the manufacturing capacity of personal protective equipment (PPE) can be cycled up or down, healthcare professionals can reach their risky maximum energy output much more quickly

The biggest challenge is that as the infections and hospitalizations rise, our healthcare systems could be working at this level for months to come. Healthcare workers do not have the option to stay home or to shelter in place. Instead, healthcare professionals must go into work regularly and put themselves and others at risk

As you consider the community, the well-being of the health care workforce is essentially the foundation of every health infrastructure. Medical healthcare providers are under an enormous workload pressure, with the continued surge of the pandemic and increased total health expenditures. The overwhelming burden of COVID-19 illness could lead to caregiver burnout.

The major causes of psychological distress among healthcare workers include long work hours, sleep disturbances, and debilitating fatigue. As a result of the pandemic, medical healthcare providers are under enormous workload pressure and increased total expenditures of their health.

An article published in the journal Lancet in April, when COVID-19 cases were at their peak, provided additional detail on the warning signs of health care workers. The report highlights Houston Methodist Hospital and the scarred mental landscape there — just one of the hundreds of hospitals in the U.S..

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In taking an up-close look at one hospital, the article notes, “It is common to see emotional exhaustion in the intensive care unit (ICU). We have observed front-line health care providers emotionally breaking down, mainly due to the added pressure to choose between family responsibilities and their inner sense of duty toward patients.”

Healthcare professionals can exhibit signs of stress and burnout in TV and other media interviews. Dr. Marwa Saleh, a cardiologist, and medical writer, explained the circumstances for one of the Harvard Medical School blogs online. Dr. Saleh indicates that many doctors have to make decisions that they have never made before, in their standard practice.

“The system of triage is a new and confusing practice in high-resource settings,” she said. “Having worked in a low-resource setting, I know that stress is real. For every patient you send home because of the lack of resources, your heart cringes for fear that they may deteriorate.”

Many physicians point to systemic or structural issues with the overall healthcare system, which, at the very least, was unprepared for the speed and spread of COID-19. Many medical professionals respond to the pandemic crisis with an unprecedented level of selflessness, compassion, and resilience.

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Thanks to controversial civil asset forfeiture laws, police can often permanently seize a suspect’s vehicle if they are caught using it to transport marijuana.

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5 Ways To Boost Your Creativity At Work

Most jobs don’t demand constant creativity. Still, your productivity and enjoyment can be influenced by trying new approaches and thinking outside the box.

Find a space that works for you

Brainstorm more often

Follow through on your ideas

Shake things up

Go for a walk

NBA Players Are Smoking A Bunch Of Marijuana In The Playoff Bubble

Because of the extended isolation and rising coronavirus numbers in Florida where the Disney campus is located, the players need help to maintain their mental health.

Can You Get Sick With COVID-19 More Than Once?

What experts do know about COVID-19 is that it’s a confusing disease and that we’re only now discovering it’s reach and effect.

CBD And Athlete’s Foot

Study results have shown that CBD and some other cannabinoids have anti-fungal properties.

Is CBN A Controlled Substance? Yes. No. Maybe.

Some commentators argue that CBN, regardless of its source, is a controlled substance because it is produced from the degradation of THC.

Lifetime Marijuana Use Not Linked To Middle-Age Heart Health

Researchers concluded cumulative cannabis use was not associated with heart abnormalities or other cardiovascular diseases, such as stroke or heart disease.

Healthcare Professionals Suffer Risk Of COVID-19 Burnout

As a result of the pandemic, medical healthcare providers are under enormous workload pressure and increased total expenditures of their health.

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