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Shocking new study reveals that nighttime light pollution may increase the risk of Alzheimer’s, with younger adults most affected. Study: Exposure to light at night (light pollution) is associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Image credit: New Africa/Shutterstock.com In a recent study published in Frontiers of Neurosciencea group of researchers investigated the relationship between nighttime exposure to outdoor light and the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) (a progressive brain disorder leading to memory loss and cognitive decline) in the United States. Background For much of history, light came from fire-based sources until the advent of gas and electric lighting in the 18th…
Ask almost anyone about suicide and you will likely find that they have been personally affected by the loss – or near loss – of a loved one. Perhaps not surprising given the statistics. In 2022 alone, more than 49,000 people in the United States died by suicide, the largest number ever registered (PDF | 440 KB) in this country. That means one death every 11 minutes. And sadly, there are millions more Americans who have thought about or attempted suicide. Experiencing a suicidal crisis or losing a loved one to suicide can have a negative impact on families, friends,…
September is here, which means it’s Eczema Awareness Month—a critical time to shine a light on the challenges of eczema in children. If your child is one of the millions affected by this common skin condition, you know that managing eczema can be a full-time job. But you are not alone. In the following post, we aim to give you a better understanding of what eczema is, how it affects children, and what steps you can take to make your child’s everyday life more comfortable. What is eczema in children? Atopic eczema – or atopic dermatitis – is a chronic…
A large part of my ability to maintain good mental health is through my support system, which consists of my closest friends, and more specifically, my queer friendships. As an only child, friendship became a kind of substitute for not having siblings. It gave me a way to build a support system around me of people I care deeply about and people who care deeply about me. I am very lucky and grateful to have a supportive family, but being able to extend that to my chosen family in the form of my friendships is one of my favorite aspects…
They say it takes a village to raise children, but I’m convinced it only takes a small, strong group of people who really, really care. Enter: sisters. I have three of them myself — and some other very special women who play the role of aunt to my children so beautifully. As a stay-at-home mom of a toddler and preschooler without a huge crowd helping my family, I am so grateful for those who do appear. My children’s aunts are some of their favorite people and I don’t know what I would do without their presence in our lives. So…
Hafthor Björnsson triumphs in Dubai.Last updated on September 9, 2024 The 2024 Strongman Champions League (SCL) Dubai competition was held on September 7-8, 2024, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The competition featured 13 athletes representing 12 countries competing in six events: Farmer’s Walk, Hummer Pull, Deadlift, Log Lift, Loading Race and Atlas Stones. 2018 Strongest Man (WSM) Champion. Hafthor “The Mountain” Björnsson topped the podium, scoring 72.5 out of a possible 78 points in a dominant performance. Results 2024 Strongman Champions League Dubai Hafthor Björnsson (ISL) — 72.5 points Evans Nana Aryee (GHA) — 59.5 points George Suleiman (NED)…
Diabetes affects millions of Americans, with 1.4 million new cases diagnosed each year. This chronic condition is one of the leading causes of death in the United States and accounts for more than $320 billion in annual health care costs. In addition, insulin has become more expensive, with the cost of some formulations increasing by nearly 600 percent in recent years. Increasing costs creates a financial burden and may even induce patients to ration insulin, which can have negative health effects. To address this, Colorado passed a law in 2019 capping monthly out-of-pocket costs at $100 for state-regulated health insurance…
Climate change has happened in the news for over 40 years. It is usually covered as a scientific or political issue. However, social scientists like me have found that emotions and values they are what lead people to broad, collective change – not charts, graphs or pictures. Surveys confirm that the majority of Americans now believe that climate change is real. But many adults seem to feel too exhausted, defeated, or powerless to do anything about it. lead a large multi-year research project is funded by the National Science Foundation that looks at how to leverage ethics, morality, and spirituality…
A walking workout is often used by someone who wants to become moderately more physically active and is ideal for people of all ages and fitness levels. Walking is just as good as any other exercise, and setting yourself a goal to complete a “walking workout” can be more motivating than walking here and there all day. Completing a “walking workout,” whether it’s outdoors or on the treadmill, can aid in weight loss and provide health benefits such as reducing stress and anxiety, and improving mood and general feelings of well-being. For those who don’t like going to the gym,…
We all know the benefits and uses of coconuts, from being a staple in Indian cooking to being a beauty staple, every part of the coconut has its own benefits and a wealth of nutrition to offer. Every year, people celebrate coconut day to celebrate the versatile benefits of coconut. While we all know the beauty benefits of coconut, TNW – The Natural Wash, as a brand derived from nature, pays homage to this natural wonder and is carefully infused into products to enhance their functionality and effectiveness. Embracing the richness of cold-pressed virgin coconut oil, TNW has carefully crafted…