May is Mental Health Awareness Month

NAMI rep raises awareness about mental health

HAYS COUNTY — One in five U.S. adults experiences some form of mental illness each year. Half of all lifetime mental illnesses begin by age 14 and 75% by age 24, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). NAMI representatives, such as Peer Program Manager Anna Bunker of the Central Texas branch, are working to break the stigma around mental illness by providing support, educating the public and advocating for policies that supp…

Mental health help & awareness

Here's some information on how to access mental health services and what you can expect when you do.

Melanoma Awareness Month

PEORIA, Ill. (WYZZ) — This summer we are all excited to enjoy the warm weather and have fun in the sun, but during this season it is important to remember sun safety! We spoke with Dr. Brian Curtis about the risk of skin cancer during these hot summer months, as well as what we can be on the lookout for.Love Good Day Central Illinois? We love you, too. And you can have all the hijinks delivered to your inbox every weekday morning. Sign up and su…

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of mental health and well-being. It provides us with an excellent opportunity to break the silence surrounding mental illness, reduce the stigma, and ensure that those in need can access the support and resources they require. In recent years, the stigma surrounding mental health and mental health treatment has been diminished through the bravery of …

Locals share the love for Mental Health Awareness Month

Community members lined the streets of IN-75 on Saturday with signs of encouragement and affirmations for passersby in an attempt to brighten people’s day.

Mental health help & awareness

Here's some information on how to access mental health services and what you can expect when you do.