The Science of Sunshine and Your Health: Vitamin D, Serotonin, and Your Summer Glow
The Sunshine – Mood Connection: Sunlight, Your Brain’s Favorite Antidepressant When UVB rays from sunlight hit the skin, they spark the production of vitamin D₃, essential for strong bones, immune health, and brain function. But it doesn’t stop there. Sunlight also...
Experts Skeptical of Trump’s So-Called ‘Gold Standard Science’
Federal health agencies are expected to adopt so-called “gold standard science” in line with an executive order, but many in the research community worry this framework creates yet another avenue for political appointees to control what is deemed...
7 revelations from Sheryl Lee Ralph’s honest health journey
When Sheryl Lee Ralph caught an unexpected glimpse of herself while filming Abbott Elementary, it became more than just another day on set. The Emmy-winning actress’s honest reaction to her appearance sparked a personal revolution that would change her approach to...
How your gut can transform your skin health
Recent scientific breakthroughs have revealed a fascinating connection between digestive health and skin appearance, known as the gut-skin axis. Research indicates that an imbalanced gut microbiome often manifests in various skin concerns including acne, psoriasis and...
Eye on Health: Importance of heart screenings
TechCrunch Family tragedy for former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki Earlier this week, the 19-year-old son of former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki, was found dead at UC Berkeley of an apparent drug overdose, according to his grandmother, Esther Wojcicki. Wojcicki stepped...
What Are Eye Freckles?
Maybe you’ve had a little spot on your eye since you were a kid. Or maybe you just found out you have an eye freckle during a checkup. A freckle in your eye might seem odd, but they’re actually common and usually harmless. If you have one, your eye doctor may want to...
How Often Should I Get My Eyes Checked?
Just how often should I get my eyes checked? Well: It depends in part on your age and also on your eyes and family. If you’re younger than 40 and have no eye problems, your doctor might suggest you get routine tests every 2 years. Or they could tell you that you don’t...
What Are Cataracts?
If you’re over 60 and your vision has gotten blurry or cloudy, you may have cataracts. It’s a common condition in older adults, and it can be treated by your eye doctor. Cataracts usually form slowly. You may not know you have them until they start to block light....
Do COVID Infections Impact Mental Health?
Maridav/Adobe Stock More than four years after the first humans became infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus, scientists understand more than ever before about how COVID-19 affects people. Beyond respiratory symptoms, COVID can lead to nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes,...
Can Blue Light Blocking Technology Combat Digital Eye Strain?
Understanding digital eye strainThe science behind blue light blockingRecent innovations in blue light-blocking solutionsEffectiveness and limitationsIntegrating blue light blocking into daily lifeThe future of blue light technologyConclusion ReferencesFurther...
How to head off dental problems linked to heart issues, dry mouth – The …
Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with any advertisers on this site. If you’re 65 or older, you’re probably no stranger to dental problems such as cavities and receding gums. About 20 percent of people in this age group have untreated tooth decay, and...
What Is Thyroid Eye Disease?
Thyroid eye disease is an immune system disorder. It goes by a few other names. The immune system doesn’t function right in people with this condition. That leads to inflammation that causes the muscles and tissue around your eyes to puff up. Thyroid eye disease can...
From routine eye care to cataract surgery, patients receive excellent care at Howerton Eye Center
The doctors at Howerton Eye Center recently moved their practice to a brand-new building in Kyle at 4282 FM 1626, Ste. 200, enabling them to see more patients and better serve the community. Although the practice is in a new location, Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, Dr. Scott...
Sign of arthritis can be spotted in the eye – what to look for
Millions of Britons are currently living with arthritis and other joint problems. Depending on the type of arthritis you have it can cause issues such as pain, inflammation, joint stiffness and even difficulty moving. There is no cure for arthritis, however, there are...
Masks forever? Here’s why one group is pushing to keep them required in health care settings.
A coalition of public health advocates is urging Massachusetts to keep masking requirements in place in health care settings, even after the state’s COVID-19 emergency declaration runs out in early May. “Without universal masking precautions in healthcare,...
As COVID Emergency Ends, a New Era of Health Care Begins
© Getty Images 230405_GettyImages-1251095676.jpg The Biden administration’s plan to terminate the COVID-19 public health emergency on May 11 signifies the end of an era as the nation confronts its third year of a still-present but muted pandemic, with cases, deaths...
Health groups call on Mass. to keep mask mandates in health care settings
© Suzanne Kreiter/Globe Staff Patients wore masks during a visit to Brigham and Women’s Hospital. A coalition of health groups is urging the Healey administration to maintain universal masking in health care settings when the federal and state public health...
Gov. Murphy Signs Order Protecting Gender-Affirming Health Care in NJ
What to Know Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order giving members of the LGBTQIA+ community equal access to quality health care services in New Jersey, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. The order establishes...
Amid her grief, a writer reflects on the inequity of health care
In “What the Living Do,” poet Marie Howe reflects on death and mourning with the words, “Even grief provides a living remedy.” Nicole Chung’s memoir “A Living Remedy” draws its title — and heart — from that line. In this moving book, Chung explores the idea that...
Gov. Whitmer wants lawmakers to protect access to preventive health care
Lansing — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said in a letter Monday she’ll ask state and federal lawmakers to take action to ensure residents continue to have access to preventive health care “without having to worry about whether they can afford it.”...
Heteronormativity in health care is harmful for LGBTQ+ patients – and a source of tension for queer and trans doctors
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) (THE CONVERSATION) Members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community have long experienced prejudice in medical settings. This can...
Oregon lifts remaining COVID-19 workplace safety rules, including mask requirements in health care settings
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Labor shortage, outdated system delays health care licenses
© Provided by Washington Examiner (The Center Square) – In the midst of Pennsylvania’s struggle to hire more health care workers, long delays in getting a license have driven complaints and pushed fresh doctors and nurses to leave the state. During a House...
Closing gaps in minority health care helps us all
Jamie Ulmer Dr. Flora Sakornsin with patients. National Minority Health Month is observed in April, an initiative that targets the health needs of African Americans, Hispanics, Asians, Native Americans and other minorities. The observation is designed to build...
‘I Didn’t Want to Burden Anyone’: Is Britain Suffering a Loneliness Epidemic?
In December 2018, Tina, a transport worker based in Bridgend, was diagnosed with terminal cancer. She died the following March. There was little time to prepare, and little time to make plans. Her husband of 38 years, Rob, had spent their final summer together being...
Inside RoxFest Where Climbing Is More Than a Healthy Pursuit
ON A COOL, cloudless morning in November, 220 climbers congregated on Mowbray Mountain near Chattanooga, Tennessee, to spend the weekend scaling a cluster of turtle-shaped boulders. They humped in with foam pads and tents, but the experience is not entirely rustic. A...
Huckberry Presidents’ Day Sale: Save Up to 50% on Blundstone, Birkestock, and more
A WARDROBE REHAUL can be the reset you need to feel confident and stylish this year. For those who don’t know where to start, we recommend checking out Huckberry’s sale section, which has been replenished with savings up to 50% off on crewneck sweaters,...
High-Fat or High-Carb? These Twins Tested Both for 12 Weeks – Here’s What Worked Best
Since they last spoke to MH – discussing their omnivore versus vegan diet way back in 2020 – the Turner Twins have been busy. In fact, moments prior to our conversation Britain’s primo adventurers, 36, learned they’d officially set a world record for flying a tandem...
‘Secure the bag’: Mississippi women want equal pay, paid leave and better health outcomes
Get updates on Mississippi’s healthcare crisis Receive a monthly roundup from the health team when you sign up for The Pulse. Mothers and advocates with the Black Women’s Roundtable gathered at the Capitol Thursday and called on the Legislature to prioritize women and...
6 Grooming Tips for a Date Every Man Should Follow This Valentine’s Day
DATING HAS ALWAYS been weird, but after throwing in modern factors like apps and AI, it’s become a full-blown David Lynch film (RIP). Thanks to Hinge algorithms, social anxiety, and a seemingly never-ending sea of alternatives, if this whole exercise used to require a...
Women’s health benefits: Will interest spike with the new administration?
According to the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, the number of U.S. employers offering fertility benefits to their workforce skyrocketed 40% between 2022 and last year, responding to evolving, post-COVID employee expectations and the quickly...
These Gyms Use Anime to Motivate You to Get Pumped
MONKEY D. LUFFY is getting me pumped. “Miracles only happen to those who never give up!” reads the quote on the wall, opposite the squat rack, under his grinning face. Easy for him to say—he’s not the one holding the weight. But these wise words, straight out of One...
John Arne Riise Runs 172km in 24 Hours (on a Treadmill) After Dramatic 16-Week Weight Loss
Over the weekend, Liverpool legend John Arne Riise – known for his relentless energy on the pitch – casually completed a *24-hour* treadmill run. The event saw Riise cover an unbelievable 172km (106.8 miles), all in the name of raising awareness and funds for mental...
3 Things That Changed About Fitness When We Became Parents
You might recognize Jason and Lauren Pak from one of their viral Instagram Reels or TikToks. The power couple have become highly successful influencers over the past several years—racking up well over a million followers on IG alone. Long before the strategically cut...
