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An Open Letter to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. On Why Integrated Care Should Be a Cornerstone of the HHS Agenda

Integrated Care News by CFHA

It offers care where people already are: their doctor’s office, their community mental health clinic, their OB/GYN’s exam room. It provides immediate, non-stigmatized behavioral health support at the point of medical care, often in the same visit. Photo by engin akyurt on Unsplash The post An Open Letter to Robert F.

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Protecting the mental state of health care workers

Medical Xpress

Nurses help millions of people address their physical and mental health. But who makes sure the nurses' health is taken care of?

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Texas invests $50M in psychedelic drug research to treat addiction

Medical Xpress

A 2024 study published in the journal Nature Medicine found that military veterans with brain injuries saw major mental and physical improvements after just one ibogaine session. Some studies suggest it may help people stop using opioids or other drugs, even after just one session. In Brazil, the therapy has helped thousands.