The health change I believed would help me instead left me in a coma with damaged lungs that hurt when I breathed.
Arizona Mother’s Lung Crisis Linked to Vaping An Arizona mother, Kara Mullins, faced a near-fatal health scare due to vaping, which led to severe damage in her lungs. She described her lungs as feeling “crispy” before they ultimately tore. Having smoked traditional tobacco since she was 16, Mullins, now 49, switched to e-cigarettes after almost […]
We had a close group of parent friends. Then we noticed two of them becoming a bit too familiar. Uh oh.
Parenting Advice: Navigating Friend Group Breakups Care and Feeding is a column focused on parenting advice. Dear Care and Feeding, I’m seeking guidance on how to discuss a recent friend group breakup with my children, ages 9 and 11. We belong to a close-knit community of four families at our synagogue—let’s call them families A, […]
Six evidence-based methods to walk your way to a longer, healthier life
Imagine you’re constructing a house. What’s the first step: buy a stylish lampshade or lay down the foundation? It might sound trivial, but this taps into how many people approach exercise. People often chase after complicated exercise plans, pricey supplements, and trendy “lifestyle hacks” (like that decorative lampshade) while ignoring the essentials: consuming wholesome foods, […]
Can flashing lights and sound reduce Alzheimer’s symptoms?
Can Alzheimer’s Disease Be Slowed by Flickering Lights and Sound? That’s the central question for Annabelle Singer, an associate professor and biomedical engineer at Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University. In her lab at Tech’s campus in Atlanta, Singer aims to deepen our understanding of brain activity patterns and how these change in Alzheimer’s […]
80% of HIV cases in Ghana connected to sexual activity – GHANET President
Disclosures on HIV Transmission in Ghana Ernest Amoabeng Ortsin, the President of the Ghana HIV and AIDS Network (GHANET), recently shared that a striking 80 percent of HIV infections in Ghana are due to sexual intercourse. This information was unveiled during a Valentine’s Day outreach event at West Hills Mall in Accra, where GHANET handed […]
Recently Found Brain Pathway Sparks Weight Loss
New Findings on Fat Loss Mechanism Researchers have unveiled a significant neural pathway that can lead to the complete loss of body fat, including those stubborn areas, without needing to cut back on food intake. The breakthrough came from studying unique cells called “stable adipocytes” located in bone marrow, which are known for resisting loss […]
How Does Daily Walking Affect Your Blood Sugar?
Benefits of Walking for Blood Sugar Management Walking enhances insulin sensitivity, making it easier for muscles to utilize glucose for energy and to lower blood sugar levels. A brief walk after meals, even if it’s just 10-15 minutes, can help mitigate spikes in blood sugar post-meals. Regular walking aids in maintaining a healthy weight, alleviates […]
Intermittent fasting is not more effective than standard weight loss diets, research shows
Intermittent fasting doesn’t seem to be more effective for weight loss compared to standard diets, and it’s only slightly better than doing nothing at all, according to a significant review of research. Researchers examined data from 22 studies worldwide and discovered that people who are overweight or obese experienced similar weight loss results whether they […]
A shared indicator of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder uncovered
Meta-Analysis Reveals Shared Brain Features in Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder For a long time, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (BD) were viewed as separate issues, each with its own distinctive traits. Schizophrenia often involves changes in thinking and emotions, like hallucinations and delusions, while BD is known for extreme mood shifts, swinging from manic highs to […]
What Michael Pollan believes we should and shouldn’t consume
Investigating Ultraprocessed Foods This week, correspondent Bill Whitaker explored the prevalence of ultraprocessed foods, those convenient, pre-packaged items we often see at grocery stores. David Kessler, a former FDA Commissioner, shared with 60 Minutes that these products, utilizing heavily processed ingredients like corn syrup and maltodextrin, have been linked to health issues for decades. Kessler […]