A recent report has shed light on a concerning discovery – popular band-aid brands, including the household name “Band-Aid,” contain cancer-linked ‘forever chemicals.’ The report, conducted by Mamavation, an organization dedicated to promoting safe and non-toxic products for families, has revealed the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in bandages. This has raised concerns...

You’ve probably heard of an MRI, but do you actually know what they are and why they are used? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a medical imaging technique that uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of internal body structures. MRIs are used to diagnose a wide range of medical...

Farts happen to all of us. They’re often a source of embarrassment or humor, but they’re a natural part of the digestive process. But when they become excessive, not only can it uncomfortable, but they may be indicative of underlying health issues. Understanding what can contribute to having excessive farts is crucial for managing this...

If you’re married, then you know how special and important moments, gestures, and words are to your daily life. Chances are you have formed these things – these habits – early on in your relationship, probably before you married each other. You can do a lot to nurture a healthy, long-lasting marriage. These acts can...

Hair loss can affect men, women, and also children.  There can be many causes behind hair loss, but one of the main causes is the androgen hormone, dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which is derived from testosterone. If you’re losing your hair, eating DHT-blocking foods might help. There are only 2 places that hair does not grow on...

Essential oils have been marketed as being able to treat everything from mood swings to autism to cognitive decline. If you’re into the health and wellness field, or even just vaguely aware of it, chances are you’ve heard about one essential oil or another being good for something or even had a friend recommend them...

Soda. Pop. Coke. We all have some term for this fizzy drink that brings back memories of sitting with our family around a dinner table. Or maybe it was a summer night on the porch, and you popped open a can in the company of friends. For some, it’s a daily ritual as we sit...

It’s no secret that we love our technology. From computer screens to smartphones to television, Americans spend almost half of their day- 10 hours and 39 minutes, on average – staring at a screen. (5) It’s no surprise that these long hours of intense screen time are affecting our eye health, so much that optometrists...

A man in China has finally gotten his life back after receiving aggressive spinal surgery that has made it possible for him to stand up, lie down, and even to simply look straight ahead. The Folding Man 46-year-old Li Hua was known as the “Folding Man”, because his entire upper body was folded onto his...

In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have found that a simple blood test can accurately predict the onset of dementia up to 10 years before an official diagnosis. This has the potential to revolutionize the way dementia is detected and managed, offering patients and their families more time to seek support and plan for the future....

Wisdom, the Laysan albatross, is the oldest wild bird. And at age 70, she hatched a healthy chick on February 1 of this year. Laysan albatrosses tend to only live for 12–40 years, but researchers found Wisdom in 1956, and she has been alive and kicking ever since. She lives in the wildlife refuge of the U.S....

Receiving a cancer diagnosis is undoubtedly one of the most terrifying moments a person can face. Yet, amidst the fear, there is hope, and they can become cancer survivors. Early detection, combined with advancements in medical technology, significantly increases the chances of overcoming this formidable adversary. The key lies in recognizing the signs and symptoms...