therapy
Ricochet, San Diego’s Surfing Therapy Dog, Dies at 15
SAN DIEGO—Ricochet, the beloved Golden Retriever who found her calling as a therapy dog when she learned to surf, has died in Southern California. The 15-year-old canine helped countless veterans and kids during more than a decade providing therapy in the waves off San Diego, according to her owner Judy Fridono. The dog, who died […]
Tom Brady Says He’s Utilized Therapy to Address His Mental Health in Recent Years
Tom Brady said he has used both physical and mental therapy to address his mental health in recent years so that he can “be good for people around me.” Speaking on his “Let’s Go!” podcast alongside co-host Jim Gray on Monday, the 45-year-old quarterback opened up about the “intense amount of stress” he has faced […]
Bayer Executive Says mRNA Vaccines are Gene Therapy
A speech made last year by a Bayer executive mentioning that messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines are gene therapy is gaining traction on social media for the second time since it was initially posted online in October 2021. Stefan Oelrich, a member of the Board of Management of Bayer and head of the Pharmaceuticals Division, gave […]
The Art of Chill: How Art Can Help, Heal, & Heat Up Our Lives
Art is something we most often expect to find on the walls of an art gallery. Yet many in the fields of health and wellness know of art’s powerful ability to help us deal with the many challenges of life, including illness, addiction, and finding happiness. Taking care of our mental health and the health […]
A Therapy Dog Brings Comfort to ER Doctors on the Frontlines
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes—this one just happens to have four legs and a furry coat. Wynn, a service dog in training, is bringing joy and comfort to the medical staff on the front lines of the CCP virus fight in Denver. The one-year-old yellow Labrador serves up cuddles to health care workers […]
Therapy Dogs Send Off Firefighters to Battle California Wildfires Near Thousand Oaks
Special therapy dogs stood with their handlers in an orderly row in Irvine, California, on Nov. 11. They gathered to send off firefighters who were headed to join in the battle against wildfires near Thousand Oaks. The group of therapy dogs, called LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs, were also on hand to bestow hugs and kisses before the firefighters […]
The place where hardworking horses relax and rejuvenate
When horses need care, they can’t travel far on weary hooves and sore knees. This Czech center is the best option in the region for a horse that needs rehab. It attracts horses from the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Austria. Founder Adela Liskova shared her thoughts, “I fulfilled my dream as I see this work […]
Girl paralyzed when 17, works hard and surprises everyone by walking down the aisle for her wedding ceremony
The most breathtaking and awaited moment at any wedding ceremony occurs when the beautiful bride, takes her father’s arm, and walks gracefully and slowly amid the awestruck wedding guests. But for this paralyzed bride, it was something no one expected! Bride Jaquie Gocher, 25, who was an athlete, has been paralyzed from the neck down […]