The story of Maddie reminded me of my own experience growing up as a neurodivergent child. May is a classmate of my son, who had a unique personality, and she had a special interest in wolves. I felt like I could relate to her, as someone who had trouble fitting in with my classmates and …
Walking has long been known to lower risks for disease and obesity, but scientists have pinpointed how fast we need to step to maximize the benefits. According to NBC News, a meta-analysis published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that walking faster speeds, between 2.5 to 5mph, notably decreased the risk for …
Stay Informed with Our Exclusive Health Check Email! Sign Up Now for Our Free Health Check Email Ohio Children Hit with Pneumonia Surge Linked to International Outbreaks The Warren County Heath District in Ohio reported a surge of pneumonia cases affecting children, with some cases linked to mycoplasma pneumonia, the same illness seen in Denmark …
Following the mystery pneumonia outbreak in China’s pediatric population, a similar illness dubbed the White Lung Syndrome has caused a surge in child hospitalization cases in Ohio, US. The syndrome is characterized by the presence of white patches throughout the lungs and children suffering from it exhibit symptoms such as cough, fever, and fatigue. Young …
After living through the struggles attached to being HIV-positive, Ronaldo “Selfmade Ronaldo” Castillo has made it his life’s mission to end discrimination against people living with HIV and Aids. Using social media, Castillo fervently debunks common myths about HIV and Aids, aiming to stop the spread of misinformation which he believes is at the root …
New findings reveal that watching silly cat videos can significantly improve your immune response to seasonal vaccines. A study from the UK found that people in a positive mood who got the flu shot exhibited higher levels of antibodies, which can help fight off diseases like the flu. While the relationship between mood and vaccination …
A recent study from the Netherlands discovered that women with social anxiety disorder who displayed strong avoidance tendencies experienced significant reductions in fear during therapy sessions after receiving testosterone. This effect, however, did not persist into subsequent sessions and did not impact the severity of their symptoms. The study was published in Psychoneuroendocrinology. Social anxiety …
University of Virginia School of Medicine Researchers Discover Lactobacillus’ Role in Managing Stress and Potentially Preventing Depression and Anxiety Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have made a groundbreaking discovery, shedding light on the significant role of Lactobacillus in stress management and potentially preventing mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. …
Regular dental checkups and oral hygiene visits play a crucial role in early detection of mouth cancer. Shockingly, a firm link between the scarcity of dentists in the UK and a sharp increase in late diagnoses of mouth cancer has been noted by the Oral Health Foundation. A report by BBC shows that 90% of …
If you have an interest in leftist books and ideas, alongside a passion for ASMR, then you need to check out this YouTube channel. Here, you’ll find a unique blend of “political education meets cozy tingles,” brought to you by Lý Luan. She runs a channel dedicated to teaching leftist content through ASMR. She passionately …