Seasonal blues? Here’s how to move more and feel better
The shorter, darker days of winter present a mental health challenge to many people. For some, the seasonal shift can lead to a clinically depressive state aptly called seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. Symptoms include low energy, lack of motivation, …
Fourth coldest game in NFL history sees 69 people aided by fire department, -‘about 50%’ for hypothermia
Emergency services in Kansas City rendered aid to 69 people, many for “hypothermia symptoms,” during the Chiefs’ Super Wild Card playoff win over the Miami Dolphins on Saturday, a fire department chief told CNN.
Israel and Hamas agree on deal for medicine for hostages, aid to Gaza - Qatar says
Qatar says it has brokered a deal between Israel and Hamas that will see medicines delivered to Israeli hostages in Gaza in exchange for the delivery of medicine and humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians.
FDA clears first CRISPR treatment for second disease, beta thalassemia
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved a second use for the first CRISPR-based medicine, Casgevy, which was approved in December to treat sickle cell disease.
Seasonal affective disorder doesn’t mean SADNESS. - 6 self-care tips to fight the blues
The start of a new year means continued short days and long nights. While some might be unhappy over the lack of daylight outside, millions of people have to worry about a more severe type of sadness: the winter blues.
Gene that protected humans 5,000 years ago may be linked to debilitating modern disease
Scientists have compiled the largest database of ancient DNA based on the bones and teeth of almost 5,000 humans who lived across Western Europe and parts of Central Asia from 34,000 years ago until medieval times.
Michael Strahan’s daughter is battling a malignant brain tumor
“Good Morning America” anchor Michael Strahan sat beside his 19-year-old daughter, Isabella, as the two revealed that she is battling medulloblastoma.
Plastic chemicals linked to $249 billion in US health care costs in just one year, study finds
By contributing to the development of chronic disease and death, a group of hormone-disruptive plastic chemicals is costing the US health care system billions — over $249 billion in 2018 alone, a new study found.
Man makes 18 platelet donations to Flint’s Red Cross in 2023
January marks National Blood Donor Month, and the American Red Cross said donors of all types are urgently needed.
After winter holidays, respiratory virus activity continues to build across the US
The first look at trends following most of the winter holidays shows that seasonal virus activity remains elevated and continues to rise across the United States, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Fear kept her from school after a shooting. How a walking partner – with ‘no words required’ – helped her do the impossible
Every time she left her house, the high schooler would scan for people reaching into backpacks. In public buildings, she’d calculate the nearest exit.
Elijah Blue Allman contests mother Cher’s conservatorship request
Elijah Blue Allman has filed an objection to his mother Cher’s request to be granted conservatorship over him.
Xavier student who underwent 3 open-heart surgeries as child hoping to work in nursing
Lydia Butler underwent three open-heart surgeries before she turned 4. Today, she's a Xavier University nursing student hoping to one day work at Cincinnati Children's, where she spent months getting care as a child.
FDA approves first state request to import drugs from Canada
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Florida’s request to import certain drugs from Canada, marking the first time a state has been authorized to buy lower-cost medications in bulk from abroad.
How to evaluate TikTok workouts
Today, many people are turning to social media for their fitness routines, with TikTok one of the most popular platforms.
