Severe addiction is a disease that takes over people’s minds and bodies. Yet, some people are still seemingly completely normal under the influence of certain substances. For example, people with high-functioning alcoholism are well-known for their ability to live a seemingly normal life despite their addiction. The problem with this form of alcoholism is that...
Numerous horror movies have taught us to always check under the bed. However, there’s always the fear of coming face-to-face with an intruder or monster. Recently, a flight attendant shared how you can use a water bottle to check under the hotel bed inconspicuously. Reminder to Check Under Hotel Bed Although horror movies are a...
Our skin is the largest organ in (or on) our bodies, which is important in maintaining overall health. As such, it’s vital to take good care of it. While a soothing warm shower after a long day is one of the greatest feelings, medical professionals warn that showering too often negatively impacts our skin. There’s...
Nicole O’Hara, a TV reporter from North Carolina, woke up one morning thinking she had COVID or the Flu. She woke up feeling weak and without energy. Her head was pounding, her vision a blur, and she experienced nausea and shortness of breath. This experience lasted about 4 days and she continued on with life....
Breelynn was born a healthy baby. However, 2 weeks later, she began suffering from a condition called HSV encephalitis. Now, her mom has issued a warning to other parents regarding kissing newborns. HSV Encephalitis Causes Seizures and Brain Damage When newborn Breelynn was only two days old, someone kissed her on the mouth, but she had...
A new trend has arrived as society continues its quest for eco-friendliness and sustainability: a ground fridge. Although it’s more expensive than a traditional fridge, and some are skeptical of the unique design, there are some obvious benefits. Introducing the Ground Fridge Becoming popular in 2016, the ground fridge costs less, around $8,000, but helps...
Facial surgery is one of the most common elective surgeries. These expensive procedures promise a more youthful or beautiful appearance, implying an ability to enhance one’s life. While these procedures do play an important role in reconstructing after severe physical trauma, they do have some downsides. For example, a clinic in Turkey has made an...
We work so hard, so why shouldn’t we get to indulge a little? Coffee, wine, sweets, or salty snacks, we all deserve to enjoy our favorite things. However, all of these should be enjoyed in moderation to protect our health—for example, the salty deliciousness of soy sauce. Health experts warn that too much can become...
Privatized healthcare changed the way in which patients are treated. However, not all families can afford to make those payments. Additionally, there are countries where public, universal, or government assistance funds are the only available treatment options. Because money, or lack thereof, plays a role in how much effort someone is willing to put forth,...
While medication has made some incredible contributions to people’s quality of life, sometimes it causes people to question if they’re even worth taking. They have contraindications with other prescriptions and supplements and can often have undesirable side effects. As such, a Reddit user posed an important question and got some interesting, if not terrifying, answers....
Although paying your bills on autopay is seemingly hassle-free, a few drawbacks may occur. Here are some that should always be handled manually and the possible outcome of not doing so. 1. Paying for Cable Paying for cable on autopay isn’t ideal because the bill goes up more often than one might think, and being...
We’ve been conditioned to eat well, get exercise, and take good care of our bodies. Although one can deduce that will equal good health, there are rarities in which our bodies mysteriously malfunction. For example, a 46-year-old mom of 2 from Las Vegas collapsed after going into cardiac arrest at the gym. Alicia Groeblinghoff, born...
