I’m a Non-Smoker with Stage 4 Lung Cancer
as told to Nicole Audrey Spector I was 43 years old, a teacher turned housewife of three children and in excellent physical shape. I had always been very aware of my health. Any routine screenings, like pap smears and mammograms, I did right on time and was always very in
Episode #149: “Scrolling & Self-Esteem: Body Image in a Digital Age” with Dr. Charlotte Markey
Body image plays a critical role in how we perceive ourselves, relate to others, and make lifestyle decisions. But reaching a place of acceptance (or even joy) with our bodies is no small feat in today’s world of social media, ever-changing beauty standards, and rapidly evolving trends. On this week’s
New Mobility Newsletter – Dec. 18, 2024
Products 16 Christmas gifts for wheelchair users This year’s holiday gift guide features 16 products that New Mobility staff and taxpayers cannot live without it. We have gifts in a variety of price ranges: from $25 and under, like grab straps and flameless candles; to mid-range purchases, like wet weather
Quest Peppermint Bark Donuts Recipe
CHEATING DONUTS WITH QUESTIONED MINT BARK DONUTS. The holidays are a time to indulge, but who says you can’t enjoy holiday treats and stay on track with your health goals? These Quest Peppermint Bark Donuts are here to prove that you can have the best of both worlds! made with
Can we measure this? – Healthcare Economist
an article from Kowal et al. (2023) In fact, it measures disparities in health outcomes. To do this, they use data from the American Community Survey (SCA), the National Vital Statistics System (NVSS) and the CDC Social Vulnerability Index (SVI) to estimate differences in life expectancy (LY), quality-adjusted life expectancy
Why Loneliness Hurts Sleep More Than Screen Time for Students
Researchers at Oregon State University have found that loneliness is a bigger obstacle to college students getting a good night’s sleep than excessive screen time. Researchers found that while spending 8 to 10 hours a day in front of screens increases the risk of insomnia, loneliness has a much greater
The First Holiday Without My Dad Was Hard but Support Helps
as told to Jacqueline Froeber This year I hosted Thanksgiving, just as I had for the past eight years. I made giant turkey, mashed potatoes, and all the traditional favorites. The dessert table, my father’s favorite place to sneak when no one was looking, was filled with delicious pastries and
Vanilla Meringue Cookie Recipe
December 18, 2024 37 Comments This vanilla meringue cookie recipe will win your heart. Not only is it gluten-free, it only has five ingredients and 9 calories per cookie! There are so many wonderful things about these cookies except for the fact that they require a little technique. But if
Avoid These 5 Foods To Reduce Anxiety Symptoms, Says An M.D.
Psychiatrist and Nutrition Expert Dr. Uma Naidoo is a nutritional psychiatrist, nutritional biologist, professional chef and author of the upcoming title, “Calm Your Mind With Food,” which is now available for pre-order, as well as the international bestseller “This Is Your Brain on Food (An Indispensable Guide to Surprising Foods
Air Travel Debate: Should Passengers Pay Based on Their Weight?
Author: University of New HampshirePublished: 2024/12/17Post type: Survey, Analysis – Peer Reviewed: YeahIssue: Air Travel for People with Disabilities (Publications Database) Page content: Synopsis Introduction Main article Synopsis: The study explores public perceptions of weight-based airfare pricing as a potential strategy to reduce emissions in air travel, highlighting ethical concerns
Acne may appear in one in ten people who receive vitamin B12 injections. “Acne is “a disease exclusive to humans.” Why do we understand it? Well, think about the distribution of those oily sebaceous glands. They are “on the face, chest and back; “These are exactly the same structures that
Staffing Firm Aya Inks $615M Deal For Cross Country Healthcare
Leaders of San Diego-based software and staffing firm Aya Healthcare Inc. agreed to pay $615 million in cash for publicly traded Cross Country Healthcare Inc.. The deal, which needs approval from Cross Country investors, is expected to close by the middle of next year. The proposed acquisition will allow Aya
