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Summary: Gonorrhea usually does not go away on its own, even if the symptoms seem to be getting betterThe infection can be treated and cured with medicationGonorrhea does not always cause symptoms. you can have it and not know it If you are wondering if gonorrhea will go away on its own, the short answer is no. Sometimes the symptoms are minimal and sometimes they are severe. They can be easy to miss or very obvious. They may remain consistent or come and go. But none of these things mean you don’t have an infection or that you shouldn’t get…

We are officially in the post-school energy slump. You know the one: kids come home tired, hungry, and somehow also have to get to an activity, a friend’s house, home, or all of the above. These no-bake peanut butter oat bars it’s just the kind of snack I love to have stashed away in the freezer for those moments. They’re chewy, nutty, slightly sweet, and easy to grab when everyone needs something satisfying, stat! As a nutritionist and mom of three, I know a thing or two about snacks kids love. It needs to offer some staying power without making…

Many studies have linked exposure to nature to a wide variety of health benefits, from improved cognitive function to lower blood pressure and better mental health. Other research has found connections between the human microbiome and time spent outdoors. But an overlooked, understudied player in this relationship is the set of microbes found in the nose, or the nasal microbiome. Researchers at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science recently set out to bridge that gap. In a study conducted at the museum—and by inviting 111 museum visitors to join the cohort—microbiologists identified nasal microbial signatures and patterns associated with…

Preeclampsia, a multisystem, hypertensive disorder, often afflicts expectant mothers after 20 weeks of gestation. This disorder affects nearly 5 to 8% of all pregnancies worldwide. Preeclampsia is the third leading cause of both maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality. Detection of early signs of preeclampsia during pregnancy and taking preventive measures is therefore imperative to manage the disease and avoid any adverse outcomes. This article is an overview of the risk factors, signs and symptoms to look out for, and the approach to diagnosis, all to facilitate early detection of preeclampsia. What is pre-eclampsia? Preeclampsia is a life-threatening blood pressure…

Researchers from the University of Cincinnati and Ohio State University found that adults with developmental disabilities who had integrated care were less likely to go to the emergency room or be hospitalized than others who were not. Posted on Journal of Disability and Health, Their study found that adults with developmental disabilities may be better served using integrated care health centers that co-locate physical and mental health services The retrospective cross-sectional study examined inpatient and outpatient encounters of 6,706 adults with developmental disabilities from 2022 to 2023 who were patients in two health care models offered at the University of…

If your skin care routine suddenly feels like it’s stopped working, dehydration could be the reason.Many people think they have dry skin when their skin is actually lacking in water.And understanding the difference can completely change the way your skin looks, feels and responds to products.Because while dry skin lacks oil, dehydrated skin lacks hydration.Dealing with the wrong concern often leaves skin even more irritated, congested, dull or uncomfortable over time.The good news is that once hydration and barrier support is restored, skin often begins to look healthier, smoother and brighter. Dry Skin vs. Dehydrated Skin: What’s the Difference?Although they…

Right now, I’m about 630 miles from my partner. Close enough to be in the same time zone, but just barely. Fortunately, the reality of long distance relationship has changed a lot from decades ago when the best form of communication was sending letters and wishing on a star. Okay, that’s dramatic, but still. Modern technology helps.So, given my personal experiences, the media I’ve consumed, and the research I’ve read, I’m actually in a unique position to speak on this topic. However, keep in mind that people who practice ethical non-monogamy or are in polygamous relationships can also be in…

04 June 2026 · By Amy Suzanne Upchurch, Founder + CEO of Pink Stork, Certified Health Coach, INHC What happens to your brain during pregnancy and after birth Mom Brain is real – but the name suggests what’s really going on. Pregnancy triggers one of the most significant episodes of brain reorganization in a woman’s entire life, comparable in scale only to the brain changes of puberty and adolescence. Gray matter is reorganized in most of the cerebral cortex. Choline, the nutrient that is the direct precursor to the memory neurotransmitter acetylcholine, is depleted at a rate that most prenatal…

Share a collection of the latest books and whether they are worth adding to your collection. Hello friends! what are you doing I hope your week is off to a good start. We are exploring Kyoto – SO wonderful here!!- and having the best time. I’ll share more photos in Friday’s Faves and a recap when we get back. Meanwhile, I wanted to chat about books. TBH, my book goal has fallen by the wayside this year. I’ve been so consistent the past few years, but lately, by the time we go to bed, I’m exhausted and cranky. I might…

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and partner institutions are challenging the traditional understanding of how cancer drugs called histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors work. For decades, scientists believed that these drugs block HDAC enzymes, which drive cancer growth by changing the way genes are turned on and off. The current study suggests that HDAC inhibitors do not necessarily rely exclusively on HDAC inhibition but may also affect other pathways. The study, published in Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy highlights the importance of identifying genuine molecular targets of HDAC inhibitors as a next step to improve cancer therapy. The DNA…