This article was originally published August 24, 2020 Globally, around 21 percent of young women were married before their eighteenth birthday. Approximately twelve million girls are married before they turn this age every year, and currently, there are about 650 million girls and women alive today who were married as children [1]. Child marriage is...

How many times have you experienced failure or rejection, and no matter what you do, you can’t seem to get that negative experience out of your head? Maybe you are rejected by a potential friend, and despite having ten other close friends who love and support you, that person’s rejection makes you feel crummy and...

Dementia is a degenerative brain disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, with Alzheimer’s disease being the most common form of dementia. While memory loss is often the most well-known symptom of dementia, there are other subtle signs that can manifest in the early stages of the disease. These signs may go unnoticed at first,...

Job interviews are crucial steps in the hiring process, and ensuring they are conducted fairly and respectfully is essential. Numerous laws and regulations govern what questions employers can ask during job interviews to prevent discrimination and bias. This article highlights 10 questions that are illegal to ask in a job interview, focusing on why they...

Thousands of patients suffering from failing aortic valves, may not need to undergo open heart surgery. A procedure known as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) has up until now, been reserved for patients that may otherwise not survive open-heart surgery, however, two large clinical trials are now showing that TAVR may also benefit younger and...

The more informed new parents are, they better equipped they’ll be to care for their babies and recognize subtle risks that could threaten their health. One concern that doesn’t seem to get as much exposure as it should is positional asphyxia (sometimes called postural asphyxia). Here’s what all parents need to know to protect their...

Vitamin B1, also known as thiamine, is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health. It is responsible for converting carbohydrates into energy, supporting proper nerve function, and aiding in the metabolism of glucose. Despite its importance, many people suffer from low vitamin B1 levels without even being aware of it....

In today’s fast-paced world, where productivity and efficiency are highly valued, people often resort to various methods to enhance their cognitive performance. One such method is the use of ADHD drugs, commonly prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. These “smart” drugs are believed to enhance focus and cognitive abilities. Recent research, however, suggests that they...

It’s common knowledge now that there’s a total solar eclipse approaching on April 8. But researchers are sounding alarms about the potential hazards on the road eclipses bring. Insights from the 2017 total solar eclipse indicate a troubling surge in fatal car accidents during similar astronomical (and astrological) events. An analysis done by the University...

Sucralose is a widely used artificial sweetener that has been marketed as a healthier alternative to sugar. It is more commonly known by the brand name of one of the most popular of these sweeteners, Splenda. A recent study has found that a chemical found in sucralose can break up DNA, raising concerns about its...

Have you ever imagined your favorite Disney animals as humans? How awesome would they be? I’ve occasionally wondered what the powerful Nala from The Lion King would look like if she were a person, and Isabelle Staub didn’t let me down.  Stunningly portraying Disney animals as humans Since March this year, Isabelle has been updating...

Tina Bradish and her husband Tim, who hail from Muskegon, Michigan, are a couple that love to spend their free time up north (1). But their latest trip near Sleeping Bear Dunes ended in disaster when one small spider bite turned into a major problem for Tina (1). How A Small Bite Turned Into A...