19-year-old, Julia Unger, of Denver, Colorado never thought that her efforts to promote her mental health would leave her even sicker than before. Since high school, she had been self-medicating with cannabis in an effort to relieve anxiety and depression. Unger had gotten into the habit of smoking as often as 5 times every day in...

Every parent wants the best for their children, but sometimes it’s unclear what ‘the best’ is. There are so many parenting styles and methods that it’s hard to know which one would work for a particular child. No good parent wants to see their kids suffer or struggle. Yet they also want to give them...

This article was originally published October 13, 2019 and has since been updated. Written By: Jordan Nisbet According to a recent study published in the journal Gondwana Research, a lost continent has been found buried under southern Europe, and sadly, it’s not Atlantis [1]. Bummer. A great deal of the continental crust has been submerged...

A woman in Israel has become the first person ever to get”broken heart syndrome” from food after mistaking a big blob of wasabi for a normal-sized portion of harmless avocado. The woman in her late-sixties showed up to the emergency room with chest pains after attending a wedding, doctors report in BMJ Case Reports. During the...

This article was originally published on October 23, 2019, and has since been updated. Corticosteroid injections are a way for people who have osteoarthritis—a degenerative joint disease in which the cartilage breaks down—to avoid oral steroids as a daily medication [1]. These injections are administered in joints such as the hip and knee so people...

Artificial dyes are used just about everywhere: From packaging to clothing to cosmetics. And they are also used more often than you probably realize in food. Recently it has come to light that artificial food coloring such as Red No. 3, among others, is still often present in some foods like candy. This dye has...

This article was originally published on June 6, 2017, and has since been updated. As a parent, one of your number one concerns is protecting your children from harm. You put covers on outlets and sharp counter corners, keep potentially dangerous medicines well out of reach of little hands, and always ensure that your kids...

As the global population ages, the prevalence of dementia is rapidly increasing. It is estimated that by 2050, there will be 153 million people living with dementia worldwide. Given the significant impact dementia has on individuals and their families, researchers are continually striving to identify factors that can mitigate the risk of cognitive decline. A...

Life is full of scary and unexpected health concerns, but it can be incredibly helpful for those dealing with diseases and their loved ones to be reminded that they’re not alone. Moreover, there are loads of organizations and resources to help people cope. One such nurse shares her expertise, hoping to eliminate the stigma against...

Regardless of whether you view food as simply a source of energy or a sensory experience to be savored, it’s an essential component for sustaining life and performing everyday activities. In fact, on average, each person in the United States consumes approximately 1,996 pounds of food every year. That’s quite remarkable! Whether your cravings lean...

In our world of fast food and sugary snacks, tooth decay is a big problem. Many people undergo nasty dental work when cavities arise, with lost enamel being replaced by materials like metal alloys and resin. Now, scientists have uncovered a way to essentially regrow human tooth enamel, a technique they hope might one day be used by...

Tick nests, though relatively small, can cause alarm for homeowners as they harbor hundreds or even thousands of eggs. While tick nests are usually found outdoors, it is not uncommon for them to appear in homes, garages, or sheds. Let’s discuss the importance of identifying and safely removing tick nests, as well as provide tips...