Are you stressed about being stressed? It’s a seriously unhealthy pattern to get into, says Dr Elissa Epel. But how do we break out of it? With all the chat about burnout, breakdowns and their impact on everything from our menstrual health to our digestive issues, it’s natural to think of stress as a bad, […]
Three-quarters of workers still go into work even if they have a cold
We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info And 38 percent of those with co-workers make a point of coming in just to […]
How urinary tract infections (UTIs) negatively impact quality of life
More than 150 million women worldwide have urinary tract infections (UTIs) each year. Researchers from two healthcare companies report that more than half of women with UTIs experience declining sleep, exercise, and sexual intimacy. Scientists also found women who have recurring UTIs see a decrease in their health-related quality of life and workplace productivity. An […]
Rachael Ray Just Shared a Genius Way to Use Up Your Leftover Costco Rotisserie Chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a staple in my house. It’s so easy to create a quick meal — plus, it’s only $5 at Costco, making it a budget friendly choice, too. Lest you get tired of the same seasoned chicken every night, Rachael Ray just shared a new recipe to transform your leftover rotisserie chicken into […]
Keke Palmer Hinted About the Name She Picked Out for Her Baby — & Revealed One Moniker They Won’t Use
Keke Palmer and boyfriend Darius Jackson have decided on a name for their baby boy, but they are keeping it a secret…for now. (Maybe she’ll announce it on another TV appearance?) However, the Nope actress did reveal some clues about her son’s name — including the one moniker it will definitely NOT be. “We’re not […]
Reddit Is Shocked at This ‘High Maintenance’ Mother-in-Law Who Threw a Fit at Her Grandkids’ Birthday Party
In case you didn’t know, nobody goes to kids’ birthday parties for the food. Or the entertainment. Or even for a few minutes alone with the birthday kid. You go to a wild, sugar-infused party with tons of little kids for two reasons: because A) you love the child or B) you want your own […]
Using Live Pigs in Residency Training Sparks Heated Debate
Pigs have been long used in medical schools to teach surgical techniques and, more recently, in research trials and experimental xenotransplantation procedures. But given the rise of alternative simulation technology and mounting pressure from animal rights groups and lawmakers, animal labs for medical training have become less common. Just last month, the Physicians Committee for […]
Researchers assess link between talking therapy and lower rates of dementia
Using talking therapies to effectively treat depression in adults over the age of 65 may be clinically linked with slightly reduced rates of future dementia diagnosis, finds a new analysis of health data led by UCL researchers. In this first-of-its-kind study, published in Psychological Medicine, researchers assessed whether psychological therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy […]
Nine ways to stem rising rates of youth vaping
Existing regulations have not managed to reduce the rising rates of youth vaping in Aotearoa New Zealand. Both the latest NZ Health Survey and Snapshot Y10 survey reported high levels of daily vaping among young people aged 18 to 24 (23%) and 14 to 15 (10% overall, but more than 20% among rangatahi Māori). Other […]
MD Anderson and Federation Bio collaborate to design and manufacture a synthetic microbial consortium
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Federation Bio today announced a strategic collaboration to design and manufacture a complex, synthetic microbial consortium with the goal of expanding the number of cancer patients who respond to immunotherapy. The agreement pairs Federation Bio's proprietary ACT™ (anerobic co-culture technology) platform with the expertise and capabilities […]