Study warns about significant mental health risks of giving smartphones to pre-teens
New research suggests parents should wait until their children are at least 13 years old before giving them smartphones, citing significant mental health concerns. A study recently published in the Journal of the Human Development and Capabilities analyzed...
This EPA research office safeguarded Americans’ health. Trump just eliminated it
For more than half a century, the Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Research and Development, or ORD, has furnished the EPA with independent research on everything from ozone pollution to pesticides like glyphosate. Last week, after months of speculation and...
How freckles reflect heritage and skin health
Freckles, those delightful speckles that dance across the skin, tell a compelling story about our genetic makeup and relationship with the sun. These small, pigmented marks typically appear on sun-exposed areas like the face, shoulders, and arms, creating unique...
How The Beauty Campaign Film Became A Vehicle For Social Impact
A campaign film going viral on social media is every brand’s dream when it comes to generating sales, but Yves Saint Laurent Beauty has a somewhat different objective in mind for its latest offering. At first glance YSL Beauty’s “Don’t Call it Love” short looks like...
Dentist Near You in Manchester, NH – Gentle Dental
Gentle Dental Machester Elm.st. sees emergency dental cases the same day as it can be acutely painful and discomforting for the patient. Gentle Dental Machester Elm.st. provides emergency dental services and tends to dental emergencies such as chipped, cracked or...
I Can See Clearly Now: Eye Care for Seniors Begins at 50
If you can recall the Johnny Nash 70’s chart-topping hit “I Can See Clearly Now” or grew up watching reruns of “The Mighty Hercules” cartoon show and remember Nash singing the show’s heroic theme song, you are likely 50 plus. The age when the National Institute of...
Could a simple eye test predict Alzheimer’s 12 years before symptoms show?
Share on PinterestA test assessing visual sensitivity could help predict Alzheimer’s 12 years before symptom onset. Image credit: OLEKSANDRA TROIAN/Gety Images. Vision problems can be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers from Loughborough University in...
‘EVERYone at my eye doctor wears glasses’: Eye doctor shares why he won’t get LASIK
For people who wear eyeglasses to help with their vision, sometimes getting LASIK surgery seems like an obvious choice for those looking to get rid of their spectacles. But not everyone is a good candidate for the surgery, and it could cause even greater problems for...
Wills Eye hosting vision screening event in Philadelphia to help protect vision in diabetic patients
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Diabetes is an epidemic in Philadelphia, and it can cause serious complications, including blindness. There will be a special event on Saturday in Philadelphia to help people protect their vision. Wills Eye on Diabetes Day is all about early...
What you tongue can tell you about your health
MIAMI – You know to check your skin for cancer, do self-breast exams, and monitor things like heart rate, blood sugar, or blood pressure. But did you know that keeping an eye on your tongue can help you detect potential health problems? Your tongue is a muscular...
Cosmetic Dentist – San Diego Dental Health Center
We Can Offer Same Day Veneers Same day veneers, when placed by an expert Prosthodontist, are an excellent option for transforming your overall appearance. Although traditional veneers, generated by lab technicians, have been used for many decades, same day veneers...
What causes eye boogers?
Eye boogers refer to mucus or pus left behind in the eye. Some causes include eye products, infections, debris near the eye, and seasonal allergies. When mucus dries in the eyes, it can leave behind this sludgy substance. Some people refer to it as having “sleep” in...
LensCrafters Promotes Eye Health with Second Season of Immersive Roblox Odyssey
LensCrafters has launched the second season of its Roblox Eye Odyssey series, World of Optics, featuring games that mimic the tests in a comprehensive eye exam. The series’ first season has engaged more than 300,000 users since its debut in October 2023. In the...
More than meets the eye: Researchers uncover the microbial secrets of dry eye
(Image credit: Adobe Stock) A team of researchers have used advanced sequencing technology to determine how the mix of microbes present in patients with healthy eyes differs from the mix found in patients with dry eye. According to an American Society for Biochemistry...
Health care situation in Gaza worsens. Israel says it’s willing to fight for months
The health care situation is worsening in Gaza as more than 17,700 Palestinians have been killed since Oct. 7. Israel has intensified ground fighting and has increased more airstrikes. Leaders from multiple countries and human rights groups have called for an...
Don’t miss these military health care, child care deadlines
Today and tomorrow are important open season deadlines for military families when it comes to health care and a new child care benefit. 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time tonight, Dec. 11, is the deadline for service members to enroll in the new Dependent Care Flexible Spending...
Trump Is Coming for Your Health Care—Again
The possibility that we might, as The New Republic’s editor Michael Tomasky put it, “sleepwalk” into a second Trump presidency is very real, which is all the more shocking given the mounting evidence that Trump Redux could well end America as we know it. The New...
Health care workers gather in Chicago, read names of doctors and nurses killed in Gaza
CHICAGO (CBS) — Health care workers came together outside the Art Institute of Chicago downtown Friday night to read off the names of doctors and nurses killed in Gaza. The group, Healthcare Workers for Palestine, is also calling for a permanent cease-fire in...
Advocate South Suburban to open unit designed to improve outcomes for residents needing mental health care
Advocate South Suburban Hospital in Hazel Crest will open the doors Tuesday on a $20 million behavioral health unit expected to provide greater access to care for adults with mental health issues. The 27-bed unit features private patient rooms, recreational spaces and...
Celebrating almost 50 years of service: Health care leader steps back from county health board
A dedicated health professional in Story County is hanging it up after nearly 50 years of service. Dr. John Kluge was recognized at a Story County Board of Health meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 6, retiring after serving the board for 49 years. Kluge piloted the Iowa State...
What does weight-inclusive health care mean? A dietitian explains what some providers are doing to end weight stigma
Weight-inclusive health care means a focus on better health with no weight loss required. This includes practices such as eating for overall well-being rather than for the number of calories. It may also include prioritizing activities to reduce stress, avoiding...
Senators launch probe into private equity’s growing role in health care
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Ron DeSantis Still Can’t Defend His Record On Health Care
At the fourth Republican presidential primary debate on Wednesday night, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) struggled to answer a question about the high number of uninsured people in his state. At the fourth Republican presidential primary debate on Wednesday...
New Michigan laws will increase fines for health care worker attacks
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Patients who attack nurses and medical professionals in Michigan will face tougher fines. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed two bipartisan bills, HB 4520 and HB 4521, in Lansing Wednesday that will double the fines. Mandi Schoolmeester, a...
‘Mothers will never be the priority’: Postnatal mental health support cut despite surge in women seeking help
Rosie Taylor April 8, 2025 at 9:02 AM One in five women who give birth in the UK experience a mental health condition (PA) Postnatal mental health services are closing across the country due to a lack of funding despite record numbers of women seeking help, The...
The Cold, Hard Truth About ‘Heavy Metals’
HEAVY METAL IS making a big comeback—and we’re not talking about Black Sabbath’s reunion concert this summer. Some corners of the Internet are now raising alarm about toxic heavy metals like lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury in foods like protein powder and baby...
Manscaped Chairman Pro Review: An Easy-to-Use, Time-Saving Electric Razor
OVER THE PAST few years, you’d be justified in thinking some electric razors have missed the plot when it comes to their shiny new technology. With all the AI-armed sensors or connected apps, it’s fair to yearn for an electric razor that simply aims to make the job...
Survey reveals gaps in understanding of women’s health issues
CINCINNATI (WKRC) — A recent survey conducted by the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center highlights significant gaps in public understanding of women’s health issues, particularly concerning the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine and perimenopause. Dr. Sesha...
Women This Week: Cuts to Title X Family Planning and Women’s Health Clinics
Women This Week: Cuts to Title X Family Planning and Women’s Health Clinics | Council on Foreign Relations Skip to main content Women This Week: Cuts to Title X Family Planning and Women’s Health Clinics from Women Around the World and Women and Foreign Policy Program...
The 10 Best Skincare Brands for Men in 2025, According to a Grooming Editor
Developed by the former president of Kiehl’s, Chris Salgardo, this men’s grooming brand provides innovative and intuitive products that are deceptively simple. The founder developed all the formulas from scratch using natural, non-toxic ingredients, and used his...
Kyndred Is A Safe Space For Black Women’s Reproductive Health
Courtesy of Kyndred From abortion and reproductive care to hormonal treatments, the US government is tightening access to women’s health, and the Black community remains the most vulnerable. Black women have the highest maternal mortality rates (50.3 deaths per...
Aftershave vs. Cologne vs. Eau De Toilette: What’s the Difference?
Standing in front of the fragrance counter can be overwhelming. With so many bottles promising different experiences — aftershave, cologne, eau de toilette — how do you know which is right for you? Whether you’re treating razor burns, looking for a subtle...
The Rise of Longevity Clinics
GET READY FOR the next big thing in your personal healthcare. The fast-emerging trend of longevity clinics has the goal of making you healthier longer by giving you deeper knowledge and insights into your own biology. This new medical approach that is gaining momentum...
How Diabetes Affects Women
Men and women may have the same symptoms and effects of diabetes. Women may additionally experience candida infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and vaginal dryness, among others. Some people may not experience any symptoms at all. Diabetes is a group of...
