The neighborhood’s afflictions date to the early 1970s, when industry left and the drug trade took hold. With each new wave of drugs, the situation grows grimmer. Now, with the arrival of xylazine, a veterinary tranquilizer, new complications are burdening an already overtaxed system.

Healthcare professionals have entered a field where empathy, compassion, and an ability to relate well to patients are implicitly mandated.

Once you’ve accepted your flaws, no one can use them against you. — Anonymous Forgiveness isn’t always easy. We may not think we deserve forgiveness...

Anger can arise from many things, but one thing to remember is that you have control over it and can use it to your advantage.