Simple Wellness Habits for the Workday

By: Jennifer Blacksmith, Ph.D., HSPP, NCSP   March 20 th  is International Day of Happiness, so let’s celebrate being happy! What makes you happy? Research shows that there are several key factors that contribute to happiness, with social relationships and connectedness being a strong indicator of happiness. When we spend time with others and engage in meaningful conversations, then we are activating our social engagement system, which is a big part of being happy. We are social beings, so...

Lacey St. Clair, RDH Dental decay—also known as caries or cavities—is one of the most common preventable chronic diseases affecting children in the United States. When left untreated, tooth decay can cause pain and serious infections and may interfere with a child’s ability to eat, play, communicate, and learn. During the 2024–25 school year, Missouri’s Preventive Services Program identified that 1 in 4 children had untreated dental decay. Understanding how tooth decay develops is essential...