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Black and white logo with two overlapping face silhouettes and sound waves, next to the text "American Speech-Language-Hearing Association," highlighting a focus on communication breakdowns as noted in the ASHA National Caregiver Survey.

ASHA National Caregiver Survey by YouGov: Communication Breakdowns Are Raising Safety Concerns

ASHA National Caregiver Survey by YouGov: Communication Breakdowns Are Raising Safety Concerns SOURCE:  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) ROCKVILLE,
Morovis | May 12, 2026
A woman with a sad expression sits slouched on a couch, holding a tissue. The background is filled with Spanish words like “ansiedad,” “depresión,” and “soledad,” symbolizing depression, anxiety, and struggles with mood disorders.

Anxiety vs Depression: Symptoms, Differences, and When to Get Help

When Your Mind Won’t Sit Still… or Won’t Move at All Anxiety vs. Depression: Two common conditions, very
Marcos Otero | May 11, 2026
A woman with a sad expression sits slouched on a couch, holding a tissue. The background is filled with Spanish words like “ansiedad,” “depresión,” and “soledad,” symbolizing depression, anxiety, and struggles with mood disorders.

Anxiety vs. Depression: When Your Mind Won’t Sit Still… or Won’t Move at All

When Your Mind Won’t Sit Still… or Won’t Move at All By Marcos Otero Anxiety vs. Depression: Two
Marcos Otero | May 11, 2026
The words "KID CARE CONNECT" are written in uppercase letters, each word in a different shade of blue, on a white background.

Parents face 6- to 12-month delays for autism care

Parents face 6- to 12-month delays for autism care Source:  Kid Care Connect MIAMI , April 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/
PRNewswire | April 6, 2026
IBS - A woman sits on a couch holding her stomach in discomfort. A heating pad, a glass mug with tea, and a bottle of water are on the table in front of her, suggesting she may have abdominal pain or cramps.

When Your Gut Has a Mind of Its Own

When Your Gut Has a Mind of Its Own Understanding IBS symptoms, triggers, and how to take control—without
Marcos Otero | April 6, 2026
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Tell Congress: Increase the SSI Asset Limit!

Tell Congress: Increase the SSI Asset Limit! Source:  The Arc’s website https://act.thearc.org/campaign/153257/ The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program
The Arc of the Emerald Coast | February 10, 2026
Illustration about Pap tests with a female doctor holding a speculum, a patient on an exam table, a cervix diagram, HPV test vial, and text promoting early detection of cervical cancer and women’s health.

Leticia’s Reminder — Why Pap Tests Matter

Leticia is 34. Busy mom. Zero free time. Pap smear? Yeah… it’s been “on her list” for five
Marcos Otero | January 10, 2026
Infographic on cervical cancer awareness: highlights women’s health by encouraging HPV vaccination, regular screening, knowing symptoms, and talking to a doctor. Central image shows female reproductive organs. Banner reads, “Screen. Vaccinate. Protect.”.

Cervical Cancer Awareness — What Every Woman Should Know

Cervical cancer develops slowly — usually from HPV-related cell changes. Screening saves lives. Early treatment works. Silence doesn’t.
Marcos Otero | January 10, 2026