Houselessness and mental health are often intimately entwined. During the third installment of Out North's Mental Health Mosaics, we learn about the intersections of these issues through the stories of two individuals. In the end, we’ll discuss how emergency response systems are evolving to support the mental health of the entire community.

Line One: Mental Health Mosaics - Houselessness and crisis response

Hosts Dr. Jillian Woodruff, Dr. Justin Clark and Prentiss Pemberton and their guests discuss a variety of health-related topics during this live call-in show. Line One features local physicians and national subject experts from the fields of child care, mental health, nutrition, pharmacology, surgery and more. Callers can talk one-on-one with each week’s guests and are encouraged to send in email questions as well.

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The skin can be an important indicator for your internal health. Acne can indicate hormonal shifts, while dry skin may signal dehydration or issues in the organ system. Healthy skin refreshes every 28 days, but as we age, this process slows. On this Line One, Dr. Jillian Woodruff and her guest discuss how to care for your skin and keep the window to your internal health open.

Your skin is the window to your body's health | Line One

Perfectionism is a trait that on its head seems helpful for your work and personal life, but when it goes too far, it can become a toxic influence on our mental health and relationships. How do you tell when perfectionism becomes unhealthy, and what can you do to prevent it from becoming a harmful influence? Join host Prentiss Pemberton as we learn to be imperfect on this Line One.

When perfectionism becomes unhealthy | Line One

Studies suggest that up to 40% of women and 30% of men report dysfunction during intimacy at some point in their lives, but conversations on the subject can be difficult and awkward, even between longtime partners. On this Line One, host Dr. Jillian Woodruff and her guest discuss how sex therapy for couples and individuals can strengthen connections, enhance communication, and revive intimacy.

Candid conversations on sex therapy | Line One

Nurses are an integral part of today’s medical system. When talking about nurses, it’s hard to find things they don’t do. Nurses work long hours, care for vulnerable patients, and are the backbone of the medical industry. In honor of Nurse’s week, which starts May 6, host Prentiss Pemberton and his guests discuss the landscape of Nursing in Alaska.

Celebrating Nurse's Week | Line One

The skin is our body's largest organ, making up about 15% of our body weight. It's our first line of defense, shielding us from environmental toxins,  regulating our body temperature, and helping to get rid of waste through sweat. It’s also a mirror of our overall health; changes in its appearance can often signal underlying health issues. Join host Dr. Jillian Woodruff on this Line One, as she and her guest discuss the science of skin.

Line One: Mental Health Mosaics - Houselessness and crisis response

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