Health & Wellness

Costa Mesa, Calif. – September 25, 2026 -- Psychiatrist and bestselling author Dr. Daniel Amen will film a new public television special, BRAIN RESCUE: The Amen WHOLE-4 Solution to Protect Your Memory, Mood, Health & Future, before a live audience on October 7, 2026.

The taping takes place at First Christian Church of Huntington Beach, located at 1207 Main Street in Huntington Beach, California. It marks Dr. Amen's 20th public television special, following two decades of programs that have aired on public television stations nationwide, including Memory Rescue and Raising Mentally Strong Kids.

The WHOLE-4 approach targets four connected areas of health

BRAIN RESCUE centers on Dr. Amen's WHOLE-4 framework, which addresses Brain & Body, Mind, Relationships and Spirit as interconnected factors in long-term brain health. The special aims to give viewers practical tools to protect memory and mood over time.

Honolulu – September 25, 2026 -- Rare Cannabinoid Company has published a new educational guide, "CBD for Menopause: A Guide to Cannabis, THC, CBN and Hemp," aimed at women navigating perimenopause and menopause who are exploring cannabinoids for sleep, mood, focus, appetite and physical comfort.

The guide's central point is that there is no single "menopause cannabinoid." It breaks down seven distinct compounds and their commonly reported uses: CBD for calm and everyday comfort, CBN for nighttime relaxation, THC for deeper relaxation and soreness relief, CBG for physical discomfort and recovery, CBC for mood-oriented formulas, THCV for daytime energy and appetite-conscious routines, and CBDV for social ease and reduced irritability.

Roseville, Calif. – September 24, 2026 -- Golden State Dermatology (GSD) will open a new clinic at 8735 Sierra College Boulevard, Suite 200, in Roseville, with patients welcomed starting mid-October 2026.

The clinic will offer same-or next-day appointments at opening, addressing rising demand for dermatology care as Roseville and nearby communities grow.

The clinic covers both medical and cosmetic dermatology needs

Services include skin cancer screenings and treatment for acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, suspicious moles and other common and complex skin conditions.

Patients will be treated by Josephine Hai, MD, and Alexandra Ingram, PA-C.

Willmar, Minn. – September 24, 2026 -- Patients choosing between same-day dental crowns and traditional lab-made crowns should weigh more than appointment speed, according to a new HelloNation article featuring Dr. Scott Martinka of Lakes Area Dental in Willmar, Minnesota.

Digital scanning lets dentists mill crowns in a single office visit.

Same-day restorations rely on digital scanning to capture details of a prepared tooth and surrounding teeth. That data is used to design a crown that in-office milling equipment can produce, often eliminating the need for a temporary crown while a permanent one is made.

Traditional crowns still require a dental laboratory and a second visit.

With the conventional process, tooth and bite information is sent to a lab where a technician fabricates the restoration. Because that takes additional time, patients typically wear a temporary crown before returning for the permanent one.

Washington – September 24, 2026 -- Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) debuted its new podcast, "Voices of PVA," on September 22, with new episodes releasing every other week starting October 6.

The audio-only show targets veterans and the broader disability community, including people living with spinal cord injuries or diseases (SCI/D) such as MS and ALS. The first season will run 24 episodes total.

Two hosts bring personal and professional ties to disability issues

The podcast is hosted by Al Kovach, a U.S. Navy SEAL veteran, Paralympian, and editor-in-chief of Paraplegic News and Sports 'N Spokes magazines, alongside PVA reporter Chad Stewart. Each episode features guests ranging from veteran athletes and policy leaders to caregivers and researchers.

Las Vegas -- Rise Adolescent Treatment Center admitted its first patients on August 13, 2026, opening a new residential option for teenagers ages 12 to 17 in Las Vegas struggling with mental health concerns, substance use, or both.

The facility is a Nevada-licensed Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility located at 6233 Palmyra Avenue.

Care combines clinical treatment with daily structure, supervised support, academic continuity, recreation, and family involvement. Beyond full residential care, Rise also runs Partial Hospitalization Programs and an Intensive Outpatient Program, giving families options depending on the level of support a teen needs.

New York – September 24, 2026 -- The Inner Circle has named David H. Lifschutz, MD, FAPA, a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for his contributions to psychiatry and mental health care.

Dr. Lifschutz has practiced psychiatry for more than 50 years

He treats patients age 13 and older through psychiatric evaluation, psychotherapy, and clinical psychopharmacology, with expertise in trauma treatment, ketamine assisted psychotherapy, and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). His work also covers attachment disorders and aviation related mental health.

He works with pilots on FAA and HIMS related cases

As a private pilot with an instrument rating and more than 500 flight hours, Dr. Lifschutz has helped pilots manage addiction, panic attacks, and emotional challenges, including one case involving a young pilot experiencing cockpit panic attacks.

Canton, Ohio – September 24, 2026 -- Liberty HealthShare has logged 24 consecutive months of year-over-year enrollment growth, with sign-ups through August 2026 running nearly 56% ahead of the same period in 2025 and more than double 2024 levels.

The Christian healthcare sharing ministry, based in Canton, Ohio, positions itself as an alternative to traditional health insurance for individuals and families managing rising medical costs.

Members' monthly costs have dropped for two straight years

In June 2026, Liberty HealthShare cut sharing contributions for family programs by an average of 16%. The ministry also returned more than $2 million to members during this period, even as national healthcare expenses continued to climb.

New York – September 24, 2026 -- National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Day, marked every September 30, turns 10 this year, and Olive Oils From Spain is using the milestone to push American cooks beyond their single go-to bottle.

The campaign, dubbed a Spanish Flavor Renaissance, highlights that Spain grows more than 200 olive varieties across a production history spanning 3,000 years. Flavor profiles range from delicate green apple and almond notes to bold, peppery finishes.

Spain supplies nearly half the world's olive oil

Spain is the top global producer, accounting for close to half of worldwide supply, grown across 360 million olive trees described as the largest man-made forest on Earth. Four signature varieties define the range: the bold Picual, the sweet Arbequina, the balanced Hojiblanca, and the herbaceous Cornicabra.

East Lyme, Conn. – September 24, 2026 -- Chad and Jennifer Sklodosky have opened East Lyme Stretch Zone, bringing practitioner-assisted stretching services to their hometown in Connecticut.

The studio marks the couple's second Stretch Zone location, with a third already in development. Chad and Jennifer met in East Lyme in high school and later married, giving the opening particular personal weight.

Chad Sklodosky Spent 30 Years in Corporate Business Before Switching to Stretching

Before becoming a franchise owner, Chad worked for more than 30 years at a local Fortune 500 company in business administration and operational excellence. He said he was drawn to Stretch Zone for its focus on wellness and its straightforward business model.