Cathren Housley

Posted on September 5, 2018September 4, 2018
Cathren Housley
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One Man’s Brush Is Another Man’s Lunch

I recently signed up for a guided foraging walk with a group, but when I arrived at the appointed spot, there was neither guide nor group. Fortunately, I ran into my friend David Gracer, not only a recognized expert on edible insects, but someone with an impressive knowledge of plants. We decided to go on our […]

Advice From the Trenches

Posted on September 5, 2018January 14, 2020
Cathren Housley
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Advice from the Trenches: Medicating Emotions

Dear C and Dr. B; I know that anxiety is considered a psychiatric condition these days, but I remember a time in my life when I had no anxiety at all. I was married to someone who paid the bills, I had health insurance, I lived in a nice home. I could have done just […]

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Posted on August 15, 2018August 17, 2018
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Take a Walk on the Creative Side

AS220 has always been a home for artists, and their annual Foo Fest not only offers a walk on the wild side, but a walk on the creative side. This year, attendees can take part in a slew of exciting maker’s activities that will capture the imagination of creative explorers of all ages. Foo Fest […]

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Posted on August 15, 2018August 12, 2018
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Physician Burn-Out

Behind the changing face of medicine in our increasingly digital world, frustration is making the rounds among physicians. This phenomena is referred to as “physician burnout.” Here is an uncensored take on the subject, from Dr. H, a doctor of internal medicine who would, understandably, prefer to remain anonymous: Cathren Housley: So, why have these recent […]

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Posted on August 15, 2018January 17, 2022
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Public Art Takes Over in Providence

Not just the face, but the entire body and beating heart of public art is changing in Providence. Stroll through the streets, take a turn into a wide, open lot between buildings, and you may find yourself an ant caught between gargantuan humans on opposing walls – one stepping into a world of rainbow wonder, […]

Alt-Health

Alt-Health: Grief Affects Our Health

We all know how much grief hurts us emotionally, but we may not realize how damaging it can be to our health. At least one lethal form of grief, the “widowhood effect,” has been well documented by science. Studies show that the likelihood of death can increase from 40% to 90% in the three months […]

Advice From the Trenches

Posted on August 8, 2018January 14, 2020
Cathren Housley
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Advice from the Trenches: Bullies — the Reality Show

Dear C and Dr. B; I have known my mechanic Tom for many years now and we’ve had some good talks. He’s always reminded me of someone from my past and it was quite a surprise when I realized recently who it was — the school bully who used to torture me on the playground. […]

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Advice from the Trenches: Two Takes on Online Sharing

Dear C; I have a busy life and am a busy person, but I love to write, so I keep a blog. I also post often on Facebook, both about my life and my inner thoughts. What irks me to no end is that my wife refuses to read any of my posts. She says […]

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Alt-Health: Where’s a Lyme Vaccine?

Since the ’70s, when it was first discovered in Lyme, Connecticut, Lyme Disease has become one of the fastest growing infectious diseases in our country. It is a debilitating infection that, if not caught in its earliest stages, can become a lifelong, crippling illness. The CDC estimates that 300,000 people every year are diagnosed. In […]

Advice From the Trenches

Advice from the Trenches: Can I Have My Cuppa?

Dear C; I used to drink coffee – until my boyfriend started getting on my case about it because of all the news about how coffee gives you the jitters, raises your blood pressure and causes anxiety disorders. So, goodbye coffee. But recently, I’ve been hearing that coffee isn’t bad for you after all – […]

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One Man’s Brush Is Another Man’s Lunch

Advice from the Trenches: Medicating Emotions

Take a Walk on the Creative Side

Physician Burn-Out

Public Art Takes Over in Providence

Alt-Health: Grief Affects Our Health

Advice from the Trenches: Bullies — the Reality Show

Advice from the Trenches: Two Takes on Online Sharing

Alt-Health: Where’s a Lyme Vaccine?

Advice from the Trenches: Can I Have My Cuppa?