Italian illustrator Marco Melgrati is currently living in Mexico City where he creates strikingly poignant art that urges us to question modern society while reflecting on our collective past. Throughout his career, Melgrati has done editorial work for international newspapers and magazines. However, his creativity has reached the online masses and resulted in quite the...

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, just ask 90-year old Anežka (Agnes) Kašpárková. After stories came out about a small village in Poland that was covered in painted flowers, this Czech grandma decided to spread the same kind of joy and beauty in her town. The village in Poland is called Zalipie, just 90...

Many of us probably already know someone who has suffered or who is currently suffering from dementia. Perhaps an aunt or uncle, a grandparent, or a family friend – maybe even our own parents. Anyone watching someone go through this condition knows how difficult it is. Dementia is a neurological disorder that affects cognitive function,...

Starbucks was once the epitome of coffee culture in cities across the world, but it’s now facing a crisis as millions of customers are looking elsewhere for their caffeine fix.1 The decline in customer base has prompted questions about the chain’s future strategy and if it has the ability to adapt to new and changing...

From our view on Earth, outer space is a vast but serene place. However, it has weather that can be as dramatic as hurricanes or tsunamis. A solar radiation storm occurs when the sun emits flares that create a wave of magnetic fields and electrical charges toward Earth. Sometimes, these flares’ effects are unnoticeable to...

Dementia doesn’t exclusively affect seniors. It can also occur in children. Childhood dementia comes as a result of rare genetic conditions, and its symptoms are as devastating as the more commonly known class of dementia. They include loss of memory, confusion, and trouble communicating. The disorder also worsens as time goes on.  What Causes Childhood...

Night sweats can be scary, especially if they’re a nightly occurrence. While occasional sweating during sleep is normal, if it’s happening frequently, it may indicate an underlying health issue. Let’s look at some of the causes of night sweats and what can be done. 1. Environmental Factors The temperature of your bedroom can play a...

If you ever tried reading the label on your dish soap you might feel like you’re reading a foreign language, since many ingredients are listed by their chemical name. Unfortunately, most people don’t think about the common ingredients in dish soap which are linked to cancer, asthma, neurological problems, skin irritation and other health problems....

As cannabis legalization becomes more prevalent across the world, its use among adults over 50 is also rising. While many are turning to cannabis for therapeutic reasons, managing conditions like chronic pain or insomnia, we need to understand the potential side effects, particularly for this older demographic. Here are seven surprising side effects of cannabis...

The passage from life to death is a profound transition, marked by the gradual cessation of bodily functions and senses. As science illuminates this enigmatic journey, we unravel the sequence in which our senses bid farewell—offering insight into the intricacies of the human experience. James Hallenbeck, an esteemed expert in palliative care at Stanford University,...

Decaf coffee has stood for a long time as a popular choice for people who enjoy the taste without the stimulating effects of caffeine. However, recent concerns raised by health groups have created uncertainty regarding the safety of certain decaffeination methods. The main focus of these concerns is a chemical called methylene chloride, which is...

An eye-opening study published in Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety has shed light on a concerning revelation: microplastics have been found in human urine samples. This raises serious questions about potential health implications.1 A team of researchers analyzed urine samples from healthy individuals and those diagnosed with endometriosis (when endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus).2 The...