The young man standing closest to the grave quickly retreated in fear, thinking that old man Shay had really come back to life. Even in death, he still managed to make his loved ones laugh when they were down and sad. Shay Bradley was a veteran in the Irish Defense Forces. He died after a...
This article was originally published on October 12, 2019, and has since been updated. Deandre Somerville from West Palm Beach, Florida, was sworn in as a juror and scheduled to appear in court for a civil rights case on August 21, 2019. The 21-year-old was absent in court that day, which he later explained was...
There’s no single secret to good health and longevity. Instead, it involves multiple factors, namely eating nutritious food, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and other overarching lifestyle habits. However, small details can lead to larger, seemingly unrelated outcomes. For example, consuming too much caffeine during the day can lead to poor rest and all the...
The eyes are the window to the soul, but this study indicates they may also be a window to the brain, more specifically, the aging brain. Dementia is an umbrella term to describe symptoms of memory loss and other cognitive disabilities. The effects worsen over time, making daily functioning increasingly difficult. Although there is no...
Aging happens to everyone. As we get older, our bodies experience external and internal changes. While genetics do play a major role in how we age, lifestyle factors also play a significant part. Recent research has come forward on specific habits that can potentially slow down biological aging, giving people the chance to stay healthful...
Eating healthy doesn’t mean you have to break the bank. In fact, making nutritious choices can actually save you money in the long run. By incorporating affordable, healthy foods into your diet, you can improve your overall well-being while sticking to a budget. From antioxidant-rich fruits to protein-packed staples, these foods are not only reasonably...
A family in New Jersey was told that their son would not survive past birth. He was born with neural tube defect that caused the boy’s skull to stop developing in the womb. However, he’s beating the odds and will be celebrating 7-months on earth this month. A miracle to say the least. Lucas was...
There’s nothing a parent won’t do for their child.Some say that phrase, or some form of it, as a given fact. They believe a parent’s love is unconditional, but they don’t explore that concept further. On the flip side, those with harsh childhoods might dispute these claims. However, the story of this father’s fight for...
This article was originally published on September 28, 2019, and has since been updated. I remember the first cup of hot tea I ever had. I was 17 and recovering from a misdiagnosis that left me unable to walk or feed myself. My mom had to go to work and so left me with my...
Blood pressure is a crucial indicator of a person’s overall health and is often used to assess the risk of various cardiovascular conditions. In recent years, the American Heart Association (AHA), the American College of Cardiology (ACC), and other health organizations released updated blood pressure guidelines, lowering the thresholds for the diagnosis of hypertension. In...
Children have underdeveloped immune systems and therefore are more likely to get sick than adults. This means that they often require medication to manage various health conditions. It’s crucial to be aware, however, that certain medications can lead to permanent side effects that may impact their health in the long term. One class of medications...
Labels offer invaluable information from safety warnings on cleaning supplies to nutrition information on products sold in grocery stores. One particular label, the numbers on fruit stickers, are found in most grocery stores and provide surprisingly useful information. Here’s what they mean. Numbers on Fruit Stickers like 9 Most people know that bar codes on...
