Not only is February the season for heart-shaped candy boxes, candy hearts with “Be Mine” or “Text Me” on them, and Valentine’s Day cards abounding with hearts, but it is also Heart Health Month! Why Heart Health Month? Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. It … Read More
Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia and binge-eating disorder are serious, life threatening conditions that affect the lives of millions of Americans and their families each year. Eating disorders are not limited by age, gender or socio-economic status. February is National Eating Disorder Awareness Month. Below are some resources that you might find helpful if … Read More
No one likes to feel out of control. It is in those times when we feel that we are just going with the flow and passively riding along on life’s journey that we feel down. With the new year comes a challenge to choose to be more in control of your own journey in life. … Read More
It is amazing how much of our wellbeing can be shaped by a simple act of gratitude. During this time of the year, it seems finding ways that we can be grateful for the blessings in our lives is a little easier. Many studies have shown that developing an attitude of gratitude can have apowerful … Read More
The holidays are a wonderful time to celebrate the season with family and friends; however, the accompanying stress can oftentimes be overwhelming. So much of our time is spent cooking, shopping, getting the house ready and attending events that stress is inevitable. Once you add in the various personalities of family members and friends, the … Read More
Mental health in the workplace www.who.int/mental_health/world-mental-health-day/2017/en/ During our adult lives, a large proportion of our time is spent at work. Our experience in the workplace is one of the factors determining our overall wellbeing. Employers and managers who put in place workplace initiatives to promote mental health and to support employees who have mental disorders … Read More
BHS is here to assist our covered members who have been affected by the devastation of Hurricane Irma. Please follow the link below to view emergency resources that will help those affected with their most basic of necessities. Hurricane Irma Emergency Resources A natural disaster often causes more than property damage. Even for those not directly … Read More
September 10-16, 2017 is National Suicide Prevention Week, a time devoted to awareness of the signs and symptoms, as well as the promotion of resources for anyone experiencing suicidal feelings. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. for all ages, according to the CDC. Approximately 105 Americans die by suicide every … Read More
Hurricane Harvey is one of the strongest weather storms to hit the U.S. in the past decade and produced the severe flooding in parts of Texas and Louisiana. BHS is here to assist our covered members who have been affected by the storm. Please see the link below to the emergency resources that will help … Read More
Mental health affects people from every race, religion and ethnic group. According to www.samhsa.gov, one in five adults and one in ten children in America are affected by mental health. Nearly two-thirds of those affected do not seek treatment, with an even lesser percentage of minorities seeking treatment. Stigma is one of the leading reasons … Read More