Alan Dennington, M.D., Author at TimelyMD

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Mental Health

How the Pandemic Changed College Student Mental Health

Eighty-nine percent of college students are experiencing anxiety as a result of COVID-19. It’s clear that the pandemic and the accompanying lockdown measures changed the

May 28, 2021

Higher Education

Sexual Assault Awareness: Creating a Safe and Supportive Campus Environment

Sexual Assault Awareness Month is an opportunity every April to educate and engage the public on the issue of sexual assault. For higher education, institutions

April 22, 2021

Student Health

Eating Disorders in College Students: Warning Signs and How to Help

Each year, National Eating Disorders Awareness week shines a spotlight on eating disorders and educating the public. TimelyMD supports the mission of this week promoted

February 24, 2021

Higher Education

How Student Development Professionals Can Care for Student Health and Wellness

If you’re a student development professional, you know firsthand that today’s students are the most racially diverse group in the nation’s history. Tweeting and texting

November 17, 2020

Higher Education

CDC Tips for Social Distancing and Maintaining a Healthy Campus

When asked how colleges and universities should plan their possible campus reopenings for the fall semester, Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of

August 11, 2020

Student Health

Men’s Health Week: 4 Tips to Improve Health

There is a silent health crisis in America. On average, American men live sicker and die younger than American women. The purpose of Men’s Health

June 12, 2020

Medical

How Telehealth Can Support Increased Demand for Medical Care

When demand for medical care dramatically increases, what’s the best option to ease the burden on our healthcare system? In the case of the current

April 23, 2020

Telehealth

State Licensure Considerations for the Adoption of Telehealth Services in Higher Education During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has generated an unprecedented demand for telehealth services. analysts expect virtual healthcare interactions to surpass 1 billion by year’s end, according to

April 13, 2020

Medical

Telehealth Services: A Cost-Effective Solution to Student Care

When college students get sick away from home, they most likely head to the emergency rooms of their local hospitals first. For these students, seeing

April 7, 2020

Student Health

Statistics and Signs of Substance Abuse in College Students

For many students, college is the first opportunity for independence. However, adjusting to a new environment, meeting new people, participating in activities and balancing school

April 2, 2020

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