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It’s a trend, and we’re not crazy about it. Say hello to the pillowy, puffy, delicious cloud coffee drink you probably see everywhere. Social media has a long-standing obsession with coffee trends, turning a simple caffeine fix into countless viral moments. From whipped dalgona creations to frothy cold brews, there’s always a new caffeinated trend popping up online. The latest to earn his moment in the spotlight? Coconut Cloud Coffee. Made with chilled coconut water poured over ice, with a thick, velvety layer of whipped cream and cream, this refreshing drink quickly became a favorite for its dreamy look and…

Have you ever felt like your hips are locked in place? They just won’t move or do you feel discomfort when you try? Even getting out of your chair or bending over to tie your shoes can be a chore if you suffer from tight hips. Since everything in your body is connected, tight hips can also affect your lower back and legs. It can be painful, uncomfortable, and even debilitating. But the good news is: you can fix it! The even better news is that you can relieve tightness without spending hours at the gym or attempting complicated yoga…

Ewing sarcoma is one of the most common bone cancers seen in children, and if it spreads, it can be fatal. One study found that less than a quarter of children with polymetastatic Ewing sarcoma survived five years after their diagnosis. Now scientists have found that a drug called pazopanib has had impressive success in treating a small group of young patients. 85% of their patients survived two years after diagnosis, and two-thirds did not see disease progression. The team is calling for larger studies that can further develop this treatment. “Survival rates were higher than in historical controls, suggesting…

If you are starting transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for depression and wondering, “Does TMS cause headaches or migraines?” you are not alone. Headaches and scalp sensitivity are among the most common side effects of TMS, and for people like me who are already prone to migraines, the treatments can light up pain pathways that you really don’t want lit up. In this piece, I share exactly what TMS feels like from session to session, where the pain occurs, how long it lasts, and what triggers it (coil position, stimulation intensity, and timing). Most importantly, I’ll outline what really helps: simple…

A more serious type of mpox may be spreading in California. Three people in the state were hospitalized with the virus. None of them had recently traveled outside the country. California public health officials agree that this suggests local person-to-person transmission. There was a large outbreak of mpox in this country in 2022, but it involved a different type of virus that is less likely to cause serious health problems.Types of MpoxMpox is related to the smallpox virus. Researchers have identified two main types of the virus called clade I and clade II. The global outbreak in 2022 was caused…

With a background in nursing and over a decade working in Neonatal care, Rebecca Brannelly has always been deeply connected to the sacred journey of birth and motherhood. After seeing firsthand the limitations of modern maternity systems and experiencing her own difficult birth, she was inspired to create MindBodyBirthdedicated to empowering women through evidence-based, holistic and intuitive childbirth support. Now a certified doula and passionate advocate for informed, nurturing care, Rebecca guides women to trust their bodies, their intuition, and the transformative power of birth itself. Here she talks to The Natural Parent magazine about the passion behind what…

Let’s talk about the benefits of collagen-boosting superfoods, including what they are and why you might want them in your diet. Vitamin C foods are a good choice! What is collagen, what foods contain it, and what can you add to your diet to maximize collagen production? Read on to find out! And if you need a little extra support, scroll down to find out some of the best collagen supplements on the market. What is collagen? Collagen is the most abundant protein in our body, playing a critical role in maintaining the strength and elasticity of our skin, hair…

By integrating autonomous AI screening directly into safety-net primary care, researchers hope to speed the diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy, enhance referral follow-up, and help millions at risk of vision loss receive early treatment. Trial: Diabetic retinopathy screening among patients with federally certified health centers using point-of-care artificial intelligence. Image credit: Anukool Manoton / Shutterstock In a recent trial protocol published in JAMA Network Opena team of researchers will test whether the point of care is autonomous All included screening integrated into a federally certified health center (FQHC) workflows improve diabetic retinopathy (Dr) completion of screening, speeds diagnosis and enhances referral…

Tight hairstyles, excess oil, junk food and poor sleep can worsen hair loss. Learn habits that damage and heal hair and how Be Bodywise Biotin Gummies & Hair Growth Serum with Keratin, Biotin, Zinc and Caffeine nourishes hair from root to tip. Habits that may be affecting your hair loss and how to fix themHair loss is not only genetic, it is a result of you daily habits, lifestyle, diet and hair care choices. From tight hairstyles to irregular sleep, poor diet and harsh hair routines, small repetitive actions can weaken hair over time.This guide is analyzed habits that damage…

Cancer patients who received mRNA-based COVID vaccines within 100 days of starting immune checkpoint therapy were twice as likely to be alive three years after starting treatment, according to a new study led by researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. These findings, which include more than 1,000 patients treated between August 2019 and August 2023, were presented today at the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) 2025 Congress (Abstract LBA54). The study was led by Steven Lin, MD, Ph.D. professor of Radiation Oncology and Adam Grippin, MD, Ph.D., senior fellow in Radiation Oncology. This study…