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Top Mood-Boosting Foods to Ease Anxiety and Depression During the Holidays
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), 64% of individuals with mental health conditions report that the holidays worsen their symptoms. Did you know the foods you eat can have a big impact on your mood? Alongside prescribed medications and therapies, nutrition is vital in supporting mental health.
Starting Conversations About Mental Health in Fayette County
Fayette County Public Health and the Healthy Fayette County Coalition partners went above and beyond to spread the word about reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness with the Make It OK campaign in May. By bringing the Make It OK message to local businesses and schools, the Fayette County Public Health team started important discussions on mental health that will leave an impact on community members lives beyond May.
MHAM Week 5: Keep the Conversation Going Week
During each week of Mental Health Awareness Month in May we want to give Iowans ways to celebrate and start conversations around mental health! Week five’s theme is Keep the Conversation Going Week. Checkout the blog for more information and resources!
MHAM Week 4: Mural and Art Engagement Week
During each week of Mental Health Awareness Month in May we want to give Iowans ways to celebrate and start conversations around mental health! Week five’s theme is Mural and Art Engagement Week. Checkout the blog for more information and resources!
MHAM Week 3: Wear Green Week
During each week of Mental Health Awareness Month in May we want to give Iowans ways to celebrate and start conversations around mental health! Week three’s theme is Wear Green week. Checkout the blog for more information and resources!
MHAM Week 2: Stop and Smell the Flowers Week
During each week of Mental Health Awareness Month in May we want to give Iowans ways to celebrate and start conversations around mental health! Week two’s theme is Stop and Smell the Flowers week. Checkout the blog for more information and resources!
Iowa Healthiest State Initiative Releases Annual Report Highlighting Community Impact
The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative, a leading well-being non-profit organization, is proud to announce the release of its annual report for 2023.
The Healthiest State Initiative Introduces the Back the Black Campaign
This campaign was created by and for the Black community in Iowa, to help provide community-specific mental health resources and invite Black Iowans to explore them.
