Key TakeawaysCOVID-19 cases are increasing across the country, and the CDC thinks deaths will soon begin to increase again too.Doctors have gotten much better at treating patients hospitalized with COVID-19.As COVID-19 cases go up, physical distancing and wearing masks can reduce your chance of contracting the virus, as well as keep hospitals from becoming overwhelmed. Key Takeaways COVID-19 cases are increasing across the country, and the CDC thinks deaths will soon begin to increase again too....

Key TakeawaysHumanitarian photographer and filmmaker Morgana Wingard is traveling the country to document the stories of COVID-19 survivors.Many of her subjects are “long-haulers,” people who experience systemic, debilitating, and varied symptoms even after the SARS-CoV-2 infection has cleared the body.Wingard’s project, the COVID-19 Survivor Diaries, allows survivors to share their own journeys to recovery. Key Takeaways Humanitarian photographer and filmmaker Morgana Wingard is traveling the country to document the stories of COVID-19 survivors....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBone Density Test UsesTest ProcedureTest ResultsTest and ArthritisDiagnosing ArthritisFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Bone Density Test Uses Test Procedure Test Results Test and Arthritis Diagnosing Arthritis Frequently Asked Questions A bone density test is used to examine your bone mass, an indicator of your overall bone strength. Assessing your bone density, or bone mass, is necessary for diagnosing osteopenia or osteoporosis, conditions that increase your risk of broken bones, but a bone density test generally cannot be used to diagnose arthritis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTheoriesPossible BenefitsColor MeaningsProposed EffectsWho It’s Not ForDIY Alternatives Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Theories Possible Benefits Color Meanings Proposed Effects Who It’s Not For DIY Alternatives ThamKC / Getty Images What Is the Theory of Foot Detox? Ionic foot baths use an ionizing device to create an electrical current in the water. Proponents believe the device generates ions that interact with the body’s energy field....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsLunar CyclesScienceHealthSleep TipsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Lunar Cycles Science Health Sleep Tips Frequently Asked Questions You toss and turn, unable tofall asleepand wondering why. Then you peek behind your curtain and see a full moon shining bright. It’s a common experience that might leave you wondering if a full moon actually does affect sleep. Although it seems like an old wives’ tale, research shows that the moon phases can impact a person’s sleep....

Key TakeawaysAs flu season in the Southern Hemisphere comes to an end, Australia is reporting a very low number of flu cases for the year.Experts say precautions for COVID-19 such as closures of public spaces, wearing masks, and social distancing likely played a role in curbing flu transmission.There are no guarantees that America will experience the same protective effect, largely because the Northern Hemisphere’s flu season falls at a different point of the pandemic....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThey KnowSigns of DeathFive TasksHopeTalking About Dying Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents They Know Signs of Death Five Tasks Hope Talking About Dying As death approaches, it’s thought that many people have an intuitive sense, or know, they are dying, even if nobody is talking about it. There may be some physical signs of approaching death, too, such as abnormal breathing, refusal to eat, and cool skin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIt Should Not HurtWhat If It Does Hurt?How It WorksPressure PointsTypical SessionSelf-CareFind an Acupuncturist Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents It Should Not Hurt What If It Does Hurt? How It Works Pressure Points Typical Session Self-Care Find an Acupuncturist Acupuncture is a procedure in which extremely fine needles are inserted into pressure points in your body. Thistraditional Chinese medicinetechnique is alleged to alleviate pain and enhance your physical and emotional well-being....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAdderall’s EffectsSigns of Irritability & AngerManaging Irritability & AngerWhen to Seek CareOther Side EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Adderall’s Effects Signs of Irritability & Anger Managing Irritability & Anger When to Seek Care Other Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions For people with ADHD, Adderall can help with symptoms like difficulty regulating focus, low impulse control, and restlessness.When prescribed incorrectly or taken at too high of a dose, Adderall and other amphetamine-derived medications can cause irritability and anger....

Key Takeaways College students or workers who need to pull an all-nighter might take ADHD medications like Adderall and Ritalin, assuming these “smart drugs” could help improve their cognitive performance. In a survey conducted across various universities in Georgia, nearly half of the 219 students who reported using Adderall, Ritalin, or other undisclosed stimulants said they didn’t have prescriptions or ADHD diagnoses. The top three reasons for stimulant use among these students were to be more productive, concentrate better, and feel more focused....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSide Effects of ADHD MedicationChildren and AppetiteAdults and Weight LossWhen to Seek HelpFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Side Effects of ADHD Medication Children and Appetite Adults and Weight Loss When to Seek Help Frequently Asked Questions ADHD can manifest differently in children than in adults, with children more likely to experience hyperactive symptoms. Despite this, both adults and children with ADHD tend to respond well to the sameclasses of medication....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistoryIngredientsResearchIs It FDA Approved?Side Effects Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History Ingredients Research Is It FDA Approved? Side Effects When faced with a cold or flu, people will often turn to over-the-counter (OTC) supplements that promise to"boost" their immune system. One such product is an American dietary brand known as Airborne. It offers a range of supplements composed of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and herbal extracts that are said to offer immune support....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It Causes InflammationIdentifying InflammationHealth ImpactReducing Inflammation Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Causes Inflammation Identifying Inflammation Health Impact Reducing Inflammation Alcoholis deeply embedded into the fabric of society. Across cultures and traditions, people worldwide drink alcohol when celebrating, socializing, and relaxing.While often perceived as a harmless indulgence, alcohol consumption can have detrimental effects on our health. Alcohol use increases the risk of many health problems, including heart disease,liver failure, and certain types of cancer....