Tag: health

Study on Women Shows Optimism Associated With Living an Extra Four Years of Life

A Harvard University study on women across different racial groups suggests links between optimism and a longer lifespan; with the group scoring the highest on optimism associated with an extra 4.5 years of life when compared to the lowest-scoring group. “Our findings suggest that there’s value to focusing on positive psychological factors, like optimism, as…


Did Scientists Stumble Upon a Universal Cancer Treatment Innate to the Human Body?

Conventional cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy, come with the drawback where they might also suppress or weaken our immune system by lowering the number of white blood cells and other immune system cells. Immunotherapy is a relatively new type of cancer treatment that seeks to strengthen our immune system to fight cancer. But…


A New Blood Test Can Detect Eight Different Cancers in Their Early Stages

Researchers have developed a blood test that can detect the presence of eight common cancers. Called CancerSEEK, the blood test detects tiny amounts of DNA and proteins released into the blood stream from cancer cells. This can then indicate the presence of ovarian, liver, stomach, pancreatic, oesophageal, bowel, lung or breast cancers. Known as a…


The Key to Defeating Procrastination-Induced Stress

Procrastination is a pervasive human problem. The more people I’ve talked to, the more I’ve realized that nearly every person struggles with it in certain areas or time periods of their life. There are very few exceptions. For me, it’s been a problem that I’ve struggled with since high school. Depending on how you look…


Most Toxic Food in the World? Farmed Salmon.

It may even be your favorite dish to order when you eat out. Many people think it’s a heathy choice when they buy it or order out, but that’s no longer true. STORY AT-A-GLANCE Aquaculture promotes itself as a sustainable solution to overfishing, but it actually takes 1.5 to 8 kilograms (3.3 to 17.6 pounds)…


It’s OK to Not Have a Bowel Movement Every Day

Many people believe that they should have one bowel movement per day (preferably in the morning), and that the process should be relaxing and smooth, with a stool that is neither too soft nor too hard. But does that mean if your bowel movements aren’t as such, they can’t be considered normal? A Swiss study…


COVID Vaccinations for Children is Criminal, Must Stop

Dr. Reni Moon has spent her entire career as an advocate for vaccines. A pediatrician who is double board certified in pediatric hospital medicine and pediatrics, Moon said she has counseled thousands of families and always encouraged them to vaccinate. “I’ve trusted my governmental agencies to do the studies that needed to be done and…


The Wherewithal of Activated Charcoal

Activated charcoal continues to pop up in more over-the-counter personal products such as toothpaste, deodorant, and skin cleaners. That leaves many consumers curious about what it is, how it works, and if it lives up to all the hype. Medically, the carbon-rich material has been used to treat overdoses and poisonings. People have long known…


US Seeks to Expand Monkeypox Testing as Cases Rise

CHICAGO—U.S. health officials are working to expand capabilities to test for monkeypox beyond a narrow group of public health labs, heeding calls from infectious disease experts who say testing for the virus needs to become part of routine care. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said during a conference call…


5 Natural Ways to Combat Chronic Fatigue

Fatigue is a normal physiological response. When the body becomes temporarily tired after strenuous activity or stress, it can recover within a short period of time with proper rest. However, there are some conditions that make people tired easily; for example, chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, and high blood sugar…