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August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month By Editorial Team Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, observed in August, serves as a critical reminder of the significance of maintaining optimal eye health and safety for young individuals. This initiative aims to raise awareness among parents, caregivers, educators, and healthcare professionals […]
What’s the difference between sugar, other natural sweeteners and artificial sweeteners? A food chemist explains sweet science Sugar is just one of many flavor enhancers people and companies use to sweeten foods and beverages. Marie LaFauci/Moment via Getty Images Kristine Nolin, University of Richmond A quick walk down the drink aisle of any corner store […]
2023-07-31 What if we tolerated diseases? The immune cells that fight bacteria and viruses are well-known. But some scientists think we should devote more attention to a second prong of defense: one that allows our bodies to more harmlessly live with pathogens until they’re cleared from our systems. By Liam Drew When people think […]
2023-07-25 Medications for opioid use disorder — MOUD — and adolescents Treatment with drugs such as buprenorphine, methadone and naltrexone is deemed the gold standard for youth with opioid addictions. Why isn’t it used more often? By Tammy Worth In two decades as a pediatrician, Jason Reynolds has had no success treating patients […]
Exploring Drug Overdependence in Mental Health Disorders: Historical Context, Overprescription Concerns, Effects, and Beyond By Depression – You Are Not Alone Editorial Team This discussion delves into the complex issue of drug overdependence in the context of mental health disorders. By exploring the historical background, overprescription concerns, effects on individuals, and […]
The Impact of Childhood Obesity on Physical and Mental Health: An In-Depth Report By Editorial Team Introduction: Childhood obesity is a significant public health concern that has reached epidemic proportions worldwide. This report aims to explore the multifaceted effects of childhood obesity on both physical and mental health. By understanding the […]
The Transformative Power of Relaxation: Exploring the Benefits on Physical and Mental Well-Being By Editorial Team Introduction: This report delves into the profound benefits of relaxation on both physical and mental well-being. In today’s fast-paced and stressful world, incorporating relaxation techniques into our lives can have transformative effects, promoting overall health […]
2023-07-05 New views of a cough: From TB and chronic cough to hope for Parkinson’s Scientists are revealing new secrets of the reflex that protects our lungs, spreads disease and irritates us all By Alice Callahan Michael Shiloh had been studying tuberculosis for about two decades when he started wondering about a seemingly basic […]
Human life span may have no limit, analysis of supercentenarians suggests Statistical methods predict that old-age record could reach 130 by century’s end By Tom Siegfried In 1875, Harper’s Weekly declared one Lomer Griffin of Lodi, Ohio, to be, “in all probability,” the oldest man in the union. His age, allegedly, was 116. There were […]
Common Neurotoxins: Understanding the Risks and Effects on the Nervous System By Editorial Team Lead: Lead is a toxic metal found in old paint, dust, soil, and some plumbing systems. It can enter the body through ingestion or inhalation. Lead exposure, especially in children, has been associated with developmental delays, learning […]