Most Halloween Poison Control calls last year were from adults.
Halloween Toxins in New York City New York’s connection with the internet seems to have a downside. Last Halloween, most calls to the city’s Poison Control Center came from adults, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they were more prone to mishaps with candy than trick-or-treaters. One expert mentioned that those from older generations are more […]
Sleeping separately may reduce mental well-being in older adults, research shows
Sleeping Apart: A Closer Look at Relationship Well-Being Sleeping in separate beds with a partner, often dubbed “sleep divorce,” has been trending lately as a way to improve sleep quality. Some cultures, like those in Scandinavia, promote using separate duvets within the same bed as a sleep-enhancing method. However, a recent study from Taiwan suggests […]
FBI Reports 15 Arrests in International Scheme Targeting Vulnerable Older Adults
Fifteen Arrested in $30 Million Telemarketing Fraud Targeting Seniors Federal agents have apprehended 15 individuals believed to be involved in a telemarketing fraud scheme that exploited elderly Americans owning timeshares, amounting to around $30 million. The alleged members of this criminal network reportedly reached out to victims through phone calls and emails, impersonating lawyers and […]
Fraudsters exploit voter information to deceive older adults in election scams
During election season, participating in voting is vital, but it’s also a prime time for scammers targeting retirees. These fraudsters aim to exploit personal information, money, and even votes. A key piece of information that many don’t realize is that public voter registration data is often used to facilitate these scams. With the election approaching […]
Significant drop in young adults identifying as transgender or non-binary, analysis reveals
Decline in Young People Identifying as Transgender or Non-Binary Recent data indicates a significant drop in the number of young individuals identifying as transgender or non-binary. Eric Kaufman, a political science professor at the University of Buckingham, shared findings noting that among college students, the percentage identifying as outside the traditional male or female categories […]
Teens are using Wizz to connect with one another and with adults.
Concerns Grow Over Wiz App, Dubbed “Tinder for Kids” A new app aimed at helping teenagers make friends is raising eyebrows for its similarities to dating platforms. Some sources described Wiz as “like Tinder for kids.” Teenagers in New York City reported that the app, designed for users aged 12 to 18, allows them to […]
Teenagers Are Outside Polling Stations Asking Adults for Help
Teenagers Advocate at Polling Stations It’s disheartening to see that teenagers feel the need to stand outside polling places, appealing to voters to help them escape what they perceive as chaotic ideology. Early voting has begun in Virginia, and while many adults head to the polls, some high school students, who can’t vote yet, are […]
Trump’s support on immigration decreases among AAPI adults, new poll reveals
WASHINGTON – Following several months of strict immigration measures by the Trump administration, there’s an evident shift in sentiments among Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander adults regarding President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, according to a recent AAPI Data/AP-NORC poll. Approximately 70% of AAPI adults across the country express disapproval of Trump’s immigration stance, […]
Research shows that acupuncture helps lessen chronic back pain in older adults.
Acupuncture Shows Promise for Chronic Low Back Pain Relief With nearly 25% of adults facing chronic low back pain, many are turning to alternatives to opioids for relief. A recent research project called “Backinaction” indicates that manual acupuncture could be an effective pain management option for adults. This study, supported by the National Institutes of […]
Most adults were unable to tell apart real from AI-generated phishing emails.
Recent global surveys have revealed that many individuals struggle to tell the difference between phishing messages generated by artificial intelligence (AI) and those crafted by actual people. A study involving 18,000 adults worldwide assessed their understanding of cyber threats like phishing and AI, highlighting a considerable gap in awareness. In fact, only 46% of respondents […]