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A new mobile app developed by physician-scientists at UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to accurately diagnose ear infections or acute otitis media (AOM) could help reduce of unnecessary antibiotic use in young children, according to new research published today in JAMA Pediatrics. AOM is one of the most common childhood infections for which antibiotics are prescribed, but can be difficult to distinguish from other ear conditions without intensive training. The new AI tool, which makes a diagnosis by evaluating a short video of the eardrum captured by an otoscope attached to a cellphone camera,…
Have you ever been on a diet and had a hard time sticking to it? Maybe you’ve tried cutting out food groups or restricting calories, but you’re having trouble maintaining and meeting your goals. Mindful nutrition could be the answer.Dr. Romi Ran is a clinical psychologist specializing in food, nutrition and body image who advocates a compassionate approach to eating Bite-Size Peace: Change the Way You Eat, Accept Your Body, Transform Your Life. Mindfulness is proven to help with mental health, and according to Ran, mindful eating can help fix your eating problems — in fact, it can completely change…
Looking for a new way to enrich your sex life? Pick up the phone. Phone sex isn’t just relegated to old movies or long-distance relationships, it’s also a great way to try out role-play, explore your aural sensuality, and add suspense and excitement to your relationships. Experimentation helps you learn more about yourself and they strengthen the mind-body connection. Read on to learn more about phone sex, how it can benefit your sex life, and some lip service tips. What exactly is phone sex? Phone sex is a general term that refers to the act of engaging in, discussing, or…
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SMSNA receives and publishes “guest editorials” periodically. The current article was submitted by Mia Barnes, a freelance writer and researcher specializing in women’s health, wellness and healthy living. She is its Founder and Editor-in-Chief Body+Mind Magazine. Among sexually transmitted diseases, the human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most widespread. While most of these cases of infection are low-risk without symptoms, some strains of the virus can lead to cancer. Here are five surprising facts about HPV you may have missed. HPV has more than 150 strains Most strains of HPV — like the ones that cause warts on your hands,…
Pregnancy is a beautiful and challenging phase of your life. It is beautiful because of the happiness that lies within your anticipation of giving birth to a healthy, huggable baby after nine months. It’s challenging as your body is in constant flux. You will swell, the skin will change and you will gain weight. Weight gain is one of the most noticeable changes in pregnancy. After all, your body changes as your baby grows inside you. Mummy-to-be’s healthy weight gain is related to the health and well-being of the growing baby. But, in a number of ways, you may be…
This Easy Udon Noodle Bowl with Kimchi is a simple healthy one-dish meal that can be prepared in 20 minutes! This bowl meal is flavorful and packed with nutrients, thanks to chard, tofu, and rich udon noodles. In addition, this appetizer uses the flavor of the Korean classic, fermented kimchi (kimchee), to give it a spicy-sour taste that fully fuels this recipe. Although I’m not an expert on Korean food, I really appreciate this beautiful, plant-based food tradition and used many traditional ingredients in this recipe. If you want to know more about this traditional diet, check out the work…
If sculpted arms and shoulders are at the top of your “Most Wanted” list, we have good news. You don’t need a bicep curl machine or a cable to get a good arm workout at home — you can build sleeve-busting muscles with minimal equipment. “Just grab a set of dumbbells, equally weighted objects, or a set of resistance bands for an effective arm workout at home,” she says. Katie Mumford, NASM-CPT. In some cases, you can even use just your body weight. Here are 10 effective arm exercises to get you started. Swap a few of these into your…
A new study from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health found that only 9 percent of older Americans had been vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) before this fall and winter, despite the threat of increased hospitalization and death rates. nationwide by virus. RSV—along with COVID-19 and the flu—makes up the current “triploidy” occurring across the United States this fall and winter. While the elderly, as well as the very young and those with chronic conditions, are usually more affected than others, the good news is that vaccines are now available for all three of these respiratory viruses.”…
As told to Jacquelyne FroeberAbout three years ago, I started a new job as vice president of recruiting for a legal services firm. I was excited to be doing something I love at a new company. I was less thrilled, however, that I was also experiencing urinary tract infection (UTI) symptoms. I had the classic signs: pain, pressure and an urgent need to pee. But the symptoms came and went, and I had no blood in my urine. Even more surprising, when I went to see my doctor, my urinalysis was normal. No sign of UTI. However, given the symptoms,…