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5 Health And Wellness Articles You Missed From The Week Of April 5

A weekly roundup of Odyssey's Health & Wellness section.

Odyssey Editorial Team

Apr 13, 2020

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5 Health And Wellness Articles You Missed From The Week Of April 5

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Every week, Odyssey creators take a deep dive and write articles that reflect relevant topics, emotions, and stages of life. Within the Health & Wellness vertical, creators share stories ranging from mental health struggles to advice from their fitness journey.

Here are the top five articles from this last week on Odyssey Health & Wellness.

1. You're Allowed To Grieve What Coronavirus Took From You, Even When 'It Could Be Worse'

Everyone's lives have been changed because of coronavirus (COVID-19). No matter what that looks like for you, this creator is here to tell you that it's OK to be sad about the changes you've faced.

Read more from this creator here.

2. I'm Celebrating Four Years Clean From Self-Harm — It Wasn't Easy, But Damn It Feels Good To Be Here

This creator shares her story of self-harm and recovery, reflecting on what it took for her to move from self-harm to healthy growth.

Read more from this creator here.

3. 11 STD Precautions You Can Start Taking TODAY, For Safe Sex 100 Percent Of The Time

No one needs to tell you how much you DON'T want an STD — a little reminder of how to avoid them is always helpful.

Read more from this creator here.

4. My Grandfather Didn't Have Coronavirus, But It's Still Why He Died Last Week

This creator shares a heartbreaking story about what happened inside the nursing home her grandfather lived in as they faced a COVID-19 outbreak.

Read more from this creator here.

5. 8 Things To Do For Your Anxiety, Because Checking The News Every Two Minutes Is NOT Helping

Mental health in a time of global pandemic is no joke and this creator can attest to the fact that it can take a toll on your mental health. She recommends steering clear of the news and leaning into healthier coping mechanisms.

Read more from this creator here.

If you are interested in writing for Odyssey's Health & Wellness vertical, please email lily.moe@theodysseyonline.com.

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