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If you are suffering from heartburn and bloating, it is possible that you may be suffering from an H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) bacterial infection. The H. pylori bacteria is one of the most common causes of ulcers in the stomach and small intestine. The infection can also cause chronic gastritis, a condition where the stomach […]
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Panic and anxiety are normal emotions that we all experience occasionally. When anxiety becomes chronic, and panic turns into full-blown panic attacks, this becomes a major health problem. It’s well-known that vitamin and mineral deficiencies can lead to various health problems, but did you know that they can also be linked to anxiety and panic […]
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What happens when a brain researcher has a stroke? In the case of Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, it gives them the opportunity to study the brain from the inside out. It also provides them with fascinating insights into life. Not to mention it can lead to a book deal, one of the most-watched Ted Talks […]
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In 2017, a black bear caught relaxing went viral when a lady photographed him sitting on a discarded couch at a dump, like someone who had just come back from a long day at work and needed to catch a break [1]. The Northern region of Manitoba in Canada is the total bear planet where […]
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Every year, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are about 15 million babies born early (or preterm) – and this number continues to rise. Linked to that are preterm birth complications, which are the leading cause of death for children 5-years-old and under. But, what exactly does preterm mean? Generally, says WHO, babies […]
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Sand art is one of the most underrated forms of art in the modern world. This may be because, while being aesthetically pleasing, their effects are transient as they tend not to last, not to mention they are almost impossible to transport. Some may say sand art is ‘not real art’ but these aren’t your […]
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As our population continues to age, loneliness among senior citizens is becoming an increasingly problematic issue. According to a report conducted by the Administration for Community Living and the Administration on Ageing, nearly thirty percent of older adults in the United States live alone. That equates to almost fourteen million people [1]. Researchers are quick […]
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Are you one of those people dream of doing great things and making a name for themselves? Well, here’s an idea, try biking across the U.S on a new, 4,000-mile path that lets you bike from coast to coast on a seamless trail. Picture yourself pedaling across the entire country on a safe, seamless and […]
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“Together we can change the world, just one random act of kindness at a time.” – Ron Hall. Changing the world isn’t about casting one huge spell to make life better for everyone. It’s in the little things, the small acts, and the tiny gestures. This is why sometimes we need to highlight stories both […]
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No one quite understands what causes conjoined twins. The fact that they are so rare doesn’t give health experts much to work with either. There are a couple of theories, according to Mayo Clinic, one of which suggests that during early development, two separate embryos somehow fuse together. The second theory is that “when the […]
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Ruby Kate Chitsey was feeling bored at a nursing home near Harrison, Arkansans. The eleven-year-old spends much of her summers there since her mother, Amanda Milford Chitsey, is a nurse practitioner, and besides, Ruby Kate likes chatting with the elderly in need of a kind, listening ear. One that particularly dull day, she approached a […]
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease, where the immune system attacks healthy cells in the joints. This causes the joints to become inflamed, painful, unsteady, and deformed. Not much is known about what causes this autoimmune reaction, and there is currently no cure, although there are many strategies to help manage the […]