In The News: School of Public Health

The Daily Guardian

Fear (Bhaya) is an emotion that results from the belief that something or someone is hazardous and is likely to induce pain or discomfort. The operative word in this conceptualization is that it is a belief or a perception that may not be factual. It is a hindrance on the spiritual path as well as everyday life. For some of us, it has become a habit to over-assess the negative outcomes and thus we develop fears. Such a disposition is often associated with pessimism.

IndiaCurrents

Aahana (name changed on request), 16 years old, is a high-school student in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis-Wisconsin) who came to the United States as a child. She has an older sibling who has been a straight A student and is now in medical school. However, Aahana has always struggled with her performance in school. She has been shamed by her family and Indian-origin peers who have excelled in school. Her poor performance was always attributed to her laziness and a lack of applying herself.

The Daily Guardian

How do we go about surrendering our ego to achieve a greater purpose in life?

KTNV-TV: ABC 13

"Las Vegas Morning Blend" hosts Elliott Bambrough and Jessica Rosado join UNLV's EARN-FS team as they discuss free workshops and breastfeeding support in collaboration with the Southern Nevada Breastfeeding Coalition.

Out Front Magazine

There is a new groundbreaking survey for older LGBTQ+ Americans that is looking for participants over 50 years old.

The Daily Guardian

Jealousy (Irshya in Sanskrit) is an emotion that is also known as envy or covetousness which is common to almost all human beings. It’s often called as “the green-headed monster.” It is not a single emotion but consists of a complex of fear, anger, humiliation, feelings of loss of status, and nervousness.

India Currents

We may never be able to “get over” the loss of a loved one but can learn to live again by keeping positive memories while forgetting the negative ones.

Desert Companion

The infectious diseases defining Nevada’s public health landscape, and the simple solution that eludes officials

India Currents

Bipolar disorder may be a life-altering condition but it is treatable.

Gay City News

The survey is being conducted by SAGE, a New York-based national organization serving LGBTQ older adults, and the School of Public Health at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

New India Abroad

There’s no shortcut to beat this new health risk again challenging our social mobility in the time of year-end holidays

KNPR News

We’re in the heart of the holiday season, people are going on vacation. They’re gathering with friends in homes, bars, restaurants; maybe seeing shows in crowded Strip venues. It really is a time for fun and relaxation. And, unfortunately, it’s also a time for something we don’t want to think about after three years of COVID-19: disease. But the reality is, Nevada does seem to be something of a hotbed for communicable disease and infections.