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Researchers are finally understanding the connection between psychiatric conditions and the immune system. People diagnosed with a psychiatric condition were more likely to catch Covid-19 after being fully vaccinated, according to a new study.

The study is examining how negative emotions impact brain function. People with PTSD find themselves in a negative emotional state more often.

Seven years ago, the U.S. Soccer Concussion Initiative made a landmark ruling, saying that kids 10 years and younger are not allowed to head the ball. The organization also limited heading for those 11 through 13.

The pandemic shone a light on the limits of the health care system. But it also illuminated the distress that has long beleaguered doctors and nurses. Neither burnout nor post-traumatic stress disorder, this moral injury could undermine medicine’s efforts to bounce back after COVID-19.

U.S. Army Alaska Commander Maj. Gen. Brian Eifler says his top priority is bringing down the increasing rate of suicide among soldiers stationed in the state.

Almost all people with opioid use disorder have experienced trauma at some point in their lifetime, and about a third of that population report symptoms of PTSD, according to psychiatric experts. University of Vermont researchers want to find out how simultaneous treatment of both conditions can help patients heal faster and more effectively.

Veteran organizations say showing support for past and active soldiers could help reduce the high number of mental health issues

Doctors and researchers with Aviv Clinics say hyperbaric oxygen therapy is showing promising results for veterans with treatment-resistant PTSD. -- For more on hyperbaric oxygen therapy visit The Treatment Hub.

A new report details the economic, mental and physical health of healthcare workers. Much of the workforce is struggling with symptoms of burnout, anxiety and trauma and want to leave the profession.

Although fireworks are typically a mainstay at parties across the country, this year many of the glittering yet noisy displays have been cancelled over concerns by some military veterans who say the cracking and banging dredges up the horrors of battle, especially for those with post-traumatic stress disorder.

When actor Bruce Willis announced that he was stepping away from a long career in acting due to a condition called Aphasia, many people were curious to know more about this affliction.