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Jump into Fitness: Embrace the extra day with a Special Edition Total Gym Workout! Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PES Guess what? We have an extra day this month! That’s right – it’s a leap year! But wait, before you start thinking about what to do with your bonus day, let’s dive into the magic behind this quirky calendar quirk. WHAT IS DIPSETO? Why do we have leap years anyway? Well, it’s all about keeping our calendars in sync with the Earth’s rotations around the sun. You see, it takes about 365.25 days for our planet to complete one full orbit.…
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is the causative agent of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Recent eClinical Medicine The study investigates whether people with diabetes are more prone to develop long-term COVID, which is defined as the prolonged persistence of symptoms after infection with SARS-CoV-2. Study: Prevalence of long-term COVID in people with diabetes mellitus – evidence from a UK cohort. Image credit: Dragana Gordic / Shutterstock.com What causes long-term COVID? Long-term COVID has been described as the persistence of symptoms or the development of a multisystem syndrome after recovery from the initial SARS-CoV-2 infection. Some common features of…
Knowing how to advocate for yourself at a doctor’s appointment can be difficult. I have been dealing with this for years, and still sometimes find it difficult. However, creating a patient-physician alliance where you work together is part of a comprehensive wellness plan. To participate in this, you must be able to advocate for your own needs and desires. Here’s how to stand up for yourself at a doctor’s appointment. Why is it so hard to stand up for yourself at a doctor’s appointment? There are many reasons why it is difficult to stand up for yourself in front of…
When was the last time you said, “I saw that on TikTok.” Five seconds ago? Sounds about right. Many people turn to TikTok for information these days. Above 1.8 billion people (that’s billions with a “b”) use TikTok all over the world. And more than half of users are women. The social video platform has content related to almost anything you can think of, including health trends. But that doesn’t mean every post has your best interest at heart. Misinformation is constantly liked and shared on social media. And it can be hard to tell what’s legit based on a…
Buds and blossoms are emerging on trees in Northeast Ohio. Precipitation is more wet than freezing most days, and people opt for spring jackets over winter parkas. Pretty soon, people will be baring their arms and legs to enjoy the warm spring sun—and that means it’s time to start transitioning from your winter skin care regimen to your spring skincare routine. Hoffman explains that seasonal changes trigger different cellular processes in the skin, which makes it important to adjust how we care for it so it stays healthy: Hoffman says that although many different skin conditions can appear as the…
In the wild world of intimate encounters, navigating the realm of intimate encounters can sometimes lead to impromptu decisions when it comes to finding the right lubrication. At these times, individuals may be tempted to resort to unconventional options from the kitchen or garage. However, it is important to recognize that not all lubricants are safe or effective for intimate use. In this article, we’ll delve into the diverse landscape of lubricants, emphasizing the importance of choosing wisely. From potential allergies to avoiding unpleasant situations, we’ll guide you through the nuances of lubrication, helping you make informed decisions for a…
Research findings point to patterns in human attraction and dating preferences, with fitness playing an important role. Unless you plan it be a sugar daddy or mom, attractiveness will definitely play a role in your dating life because that’s how human beings work. The role of physical fitness in attraction and dating preferences The data demonstrate that men often show a bias toward attractive faces in initial attention tasks, suggesting a preferential bias toward visually attractive partners. This bias is less pronounced or absent in women, indicating a possible difference in initial attraction factors between the sexes. The influence…
Epilepsy, where patients suffer from unexpected seizures, affects about 1% of the population. These seizures often involve repetitive and excessive firing of neurons, the trigger behind which is still poorly understood.Now, researchers at Tohoku University have monitored astrocyte activity using fluorescent calcium sensors, discovering that astrocyte activity begins about 20 seconds before the onset of epileptic neuronal hyperactivity. This suggests that astrocytes play an important role in triggering seizures by facilitating over-driving of neural circuitry.The findings were detailed in the journal Glia on April 9, 2024.Astrocytes are non-glial cells that occupy almost half of the brain. They have been shown…
In an age where the list of skin care ingredients reads more like a science experiment than a recipe for glowing skin, a growing concern has emerged among consumers: the presence of food allergens in skin care products. As we become more careful about what we put on our skin, it’s important to recognize that the very ingredients meant to nourish and protect can sometimes do more harm than good. This blog explores the hidden culprits lurking in your skincare routine—food allergens. By understanding these substances and their potential effects, we can make conscious choices to ensure the health and…
I totally understand why people scoff at the term “geriatric pregnancy”. I accept. I understand. But why it upsets people so much is worth examining. Geriatrics is the branch of health care that deals with problems and risks associated with aging. It comes directly from the science of gerontology, which is the study of the aging process and all its aspects — social and biological. It’s not a term used by old-fashioned sexists to make women feel bad about themselves. It is literally a medical, clinical term. And, unfortunately, reproductive biology has not evolved along with society. Although it is…