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As immigration authorities carry out what President Donald Trump has promised will be the largest mass deportation operation in US history, many states are passing laws to keep children out of foster care when their detained parents have no family or friends available to take temporary custody. The federal government does not track how many children have entered foster care because of immigration enforcement actions, leaving it unclear how often it happens. In Oregon, since February two children had been placed in foster care after being separated from their parents in immigration detention cases, according to Jake Sunderland, a spokesman…
A Thailand-based study found that young adults who used e-cigarettes were significantly more likely to be at risk of cognitive decline, adding new concern to the debate over whether vaping is really a safer alternative. Study: The effect of e-cigarette use on cognition, emotional intelligence and risk of dementia in adolescents and young adults. Image credit: Hazem.m.kamal / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reportsa group of researchers evaluated the relationship between e-cigarette use and cognitive impairment, emotional intelligence, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) trend of symptoms in young adults. Neurocognitive concerns surrounding vaping in young adults…
Picture this: you’ve been gluten-free for two years. No bread, no pasta, no birthday cake (crying inside). Your gut is finally healing. Then swipe on some lipstick — and the mystery reignites. The culprit? Your “safe” beauty routine. Welcome to the wild world of hidden allergens in makeup. Buckle up. Wait – can makeup really cause a reaction to gluten? Short answer: yes. Longer answer: absolutely, especially with lip products. Lipstick, lip gloss and lip balm are the biggest parabolas because they end up in your mouth – repeatedly throughout the day. The National Celiac Awareness Foundation has been pointing…
You may assume that you can only take exams Herpes when visible symptoms such as blisters or sores appear. In fact, most people with herpes do not experience outbreaks or may have symptoms so mild that they go unnoticed. This leads to a very common and understandable question: can you get tested for herpes without an outbreak?? Continue reading to learn more. Not everyone knows if they have herpes. What is herpes? Herpes is a widespread viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It has two main types: HSV-1which is usually associated with cold sores (cold sores) and…
As a registered dietitian, one of the biggest misconceptions I see is that people think they’re eating high-protein food, but when we actually do the math, most meals only contain 10 to 15 grams of protein. For example: 2 eggs contain about 12 grams of protein ¾ cup of Greek yogurt contains about 15 grams of protein 1 chicken sausage contains about 12 to 14 grams of protein 1 cup of lentil soup contains about 12 grams of protein These are not considered high protein meals, which makes meeting your daily protein goals feel overwhelming and almost impossible. For most…
The shoulder joint is one of the most mobile joints in your body, which makes it more prone to weakness or injury. Since your shoulder moves in many directions, it can easily stretch. This becomes especially problematic as you get older. Many adults begin to notice shoulder stiffness after the age of 40. Your shoulders are essential for performing everyday tasks. Having weak shoulders can make even the smallest tasks seem much more difficult. You may struggle to reach items on a shelf or lift grocery bags. To prevent this, it is important to do exercises that protect and strengthen…
It is estimated that more than half of US teens regularly use companion chatbots powered by large language models and genetic artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The programs, such as Character.AI, Replika and Kindroid, are meant to provide companionship, according to the companies that make them. But a recent study from Drexel University shows that teens worry that these attachments are becoming unhealthy and affecting their offline lives. The study, which will be presented at the Association of Computing Machinery’s conference on Human Factors in Computing in April, looked at a sample of more than 300 Reddit posts from users, self-identified…
Anxiety itself is not a mental illness. It is a normal, adaptive emotion that helps us respond to perceived threats. Anxiety is the automatic reaction that makes you jump back when you think you’ve seen a snake while walking in the bushes – before realizing it’s a stick. It’s also (uncomfortably) the sweaty palms and shaky voice you notice before a presentation or a first date, or the circular thoughts that keep you awake at 3am. Most of us have ways to deal with anxious thoughts and feelings that can give us a greater sense of control. This could be…
With Ayesha Khan Gambling has long regarded as a vice: dangerous, addictiveand deliberately stand out from everyday life. Casinos are zoned away from schools. Sportsbooks display warnings. The risk is recognized, even when gambling laws and restrictions are lacking. But what happens when gambling is repackaged under the guise of asset trading and made accessible on a daily basis? Prediction market platforms like Kalshi, Polymarket and Manifold are betting that Americans won’t notice the difference. These platforms allow users to buy what they call “stocks” or “contracts” to trade based on real-world outcomes, including elections, inflation reports, court rulings…
This creamy chia blueberry pudding is blended with milk, maple syrup and vanilla. It’s an easy breakfast, full of flavor and perfect for meal prep. Ever since I got home from the cruise, where I had chia pudding almost every day for breakfast, I’ve been dreaming about it! I shared a basic version recently in my post coconut milk chia pudding recipe and have been having fun experimenting with different flavor combinations ever since. When on the cruise, one of the breakfast options was a blueberry chia pudding, and this recipe is an homage to that. It’s creamy, slightly sweet…