Halloween is a time to embrace all that is disgusting, from bloody slasher films to haunted houses full of fake guts and gore. But the attraction to stuff that grosses us out goes beyond this annual holiday. Flip through TV channels and you’ll come across “adventurous eating” programs, in which hosts and contestants are served […]
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Multiple sclerosis is a chronic autoimmune disease that attacks the central nervous system, including the brain. It mainly affects vision, memory, balance, and mobility. To better understand this disease and its affects, here’s a look into what MS looks like in the brain…
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Unsure what vitamins are the most important? Here’s a list of the most essential vitamins all women should be getting on a daily basis, as well as some of the top food sources for each…
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Extreme heat, poor air quality, and disease-carrying insects are just a few of the things we need to worry about when it comes to climate change. All of these pose some kind of threat or harm to human health.
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Medicare is a federal health care program that helps seniors and qualifying younger people cover a variety of medical expenses. Each year, Medicare sees changes that seniors need to be aware of. Open enrollment for Medicare runs from October 15 to December 7. Few of us look forward to reviewing our insurance coverage. It’s dry, […]
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“PFAS? What’s PFAS?” You may be hearing that term in the news as the federal government considers new rules and guidelines for the chemicals. Even if the acronym is new to you, you’re probably already familiar with what PFAS do. That’s because they’re found in everything from nonstick cookware to carpets to ski wax. PFAS […]
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