Health Alert: Pollen Count Linked to Suicide Risk?
According to a recent study analyzing data from 186 counties across the United States over twelve years, the number of suicides rose by up to 7.4% on days with higher pollen counts, with an even greater increase among those with existing mental health disorders. The authors suggest that allergy symptoms may disrupt sleep, impair thinking, and trigger inflammation, which together can worsen mood and heighten suicide risk in vulnerable individuals.
Journal of Health Economics, December 2025

Diet: Diet Can Affect Heart Failure Outcomes.
An analysis of data from the Global Congestive Heart Failure study revealed that a higher intake of legumes and vegetables is associated with a reduced risk of adverse clinical outcomes in heart failure patients, while consuming more refined grains elevates the risk of hospitalization or even death from heart failure.
JACC. Heart Failure, October 2025

Exercise: Yoga Can Help Manage Low Back Pain.
Doctors of chiropractic often encourage low back pain patients to engage in physical activity to support recovery and reduce recurrence. In a recent randomized trial involving 91 nurses with low back pain, researchers found that a four-week yoga program significantly improved functional disability scores, suggesting yoga is a practical exercise option for managing the musculoskeletal condition.
Pain Management Nursing, August 2025

Chiropractic: Potential Treatment Option for Infantile Colic.
It’s estimated that up to 40% of otherwise healthy infants experience excessive crying, which can cause considerable distress for parents and caregivers. A recent literature review found that gentle, low-force manual therapies—such as those provided by chiropractors—may offer modest short-term improvements in colic symptoms. The authors note that further high-quality research is needed to clarify the role of manual therapy as a non-pharmacological option for managing infantile colic. However, a short trial of gentle manual therapy may be reasonable to consider once an underlying pathology has been ruled out.
Children (Basel), September 2025

Mental Attitude: Try Short Inspirational Videos to Reduce Stress.
Researchers from the University of California, Santa Barbara report that watching short inspirational videos can be as effective as guided meditation in reducing stress during difficult times. The findings suggest that uplifting media content may serve as a practical alternative for individuals who find traditional stress management techniques less appealing.
Psychology of Popular Media, October 2025

Wellness/Prevention: Smart Patch Can Help Manage Substance Addiction.
In a recent experiment, researchers found that participants struggling with substance addiction who wore a sensor that detected heart rate changes associated with stress and cravings and prompted them to perform calming exercises experienced a 64% reduction in substance use compared with a control group receiving standard treatment.
JAMA Psychiatry, October 2025