July 09, 2020
From Facebook wine mom memes to coping-with-pandemic Zoom happy hours, it can feel like daily drinking is the norm and a natural part of everyone’s lifestyle. But there’s a dark side to the apparent fun—and it comes to the detriment of women.
July 01, 2020
For 13 straight weeks, more than 1 million individuals have filed for unemployment in the United States, due to the unprecedented economic impact of COVID-19. Layoffs are cutting across every industry, and many individuals are looking for job training programs... Read More ›
June 26, 2020
NWHSU has signed on to support the Supporting Connectivity for Higher Education Students in Need Act, led by Sen. Klobuchar (D-MN) and Rep. Eshoo (D-CA-18), to ensure that students have access to internet so that they can continue learning while... Read More ›
June 25, 2020
Working from home can usually lead to a sedentary lifestyle—and our backs are taking the brunt of it. Experts from Northwestern Health Sciences University shed light on the prevalence of lower back pain, why and when an X-ray is necessary, and commonly prescribed stretches for relief.
June 23, 2020
When state governments began issuing Stay-at-Home orders in March, many complementary providers shuttered their offices and began providing a limited range of services, including telehealth. At the same time, frontline healthcare workers are feeling the strain of working long hours... Read More ›
June 22, 2020
On-site clinics are increasingly popular in workplaces, and for good reason. Not only do employees need to monitor their physical and ergonomic health, employers save money by protecting their workers. Benefits and wellness leaders are increasingly adding on-site natural care... Read More ›
June 18, 2020
On May 25, 2020, George Floyd was arrested by Minneapolis Police and died at the hands of four officers while in custody, igniting two weeks of protests across the United States over the systemic racism and violence that permeates many... Read More ›
June 15, 2020
Accreditation extension provides higher education opportunity for integrative health students Today, Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU), a premier evidence-based professional and integrative healthcare center of learning, announced it has earned reaffirmation of accreditation from the Institutional Actions Council (IAC) of... Read More ›
June 09, 2020
From StarTribune: Despite strong demand for people wanting massage therapy, COVID-19 restrictions were too much to handle financially for CenterPoint Massage & Shiatsu School & Clinic in St. Louis Park. The school will close on June 30, liquidating its inventory... Read More ›
June 05, 2020
When chiropractic students dream of a career as a sports chiropractor, they imagine themselves working with world-class athletes who compete as professionals on the world stage, serving professional sports teams, standing on the sidelines of world championship games, and getting... Read More ›