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What Is Eye Syphilis? The Severe Symptom Doctors Are Seeing amid the STD Epidemic
Doctors are seeing more patients with unusual vision and eye symptoms due to the sexually transmitted infection
Jack Osbourne Recalls Body 'Shutting Down' from Bacterial Disease After Stepping in Rat Urine
Jack Osbourne opened up about his near-death experience when he was hospitalized with leptospirosis, a bacterial disease he contracted after stepping in a puddle of rat urine.
CDC Reports First Investigation of HIV Transmission via Cosmetic Injections
Three women tested positive for HIV after receiving vampire facials from a New Mexico salon, marking the first CDC investigation to associate transmission of the disease with cosmetic injections.
Man Dumps Girlfriend After She Ignores Him While He's Undergoing Emergency Surgery on His Groin
On the "Am I an A--hole" subreddit, a man described how his girlfriend ignored him while he was undergoing emergency surgery on his groin.
Ciara reveals what her current weight is after 4th child
The wife of football star Russell Wilson just welcomed her fourth child almost five months ago: a girl named Amora Princess Wilson. She wants to lost 70lbs.
Eva Longoria shows off her toned physique in a black sports bra
It comes after Eva showed off her injuries after she accidentally fell during a game of padel tennis on Wednesday.
What Is Mirin and Why Should You Use It?
Here's everything you need to know about the rice wine staple—and products you can use as substitutes—when making Japanese food.
Why Do We Crave Sweets When We’re Stressed?
A brain researcher explains our desire for chocolate and other carbs during tough times.
Can wearing earplugs damage my ears?
We explore whether there's any truth in that question and share some useful tips to help eliminate the risks
Compassion is making a comeback in America
A decade ago, research showed a troubling dip in empathy. A new study provides more hope.
www.vox.com
From croissants to pizza sauce – The national dishes that aren’t from where you think
A food historian has kicked up controversy after claiming that there is ‘no such thing’ as Italian cuisine, sparking debate over the origins and ownership of food. But perhaps we should reconsider our ideas about so-called ‘national dishes’, suggests Hannah Twiggs
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Why canned wine can smell like rotten eggs while beer and Coke are fine
Sulfur dioxide in the wine reacts with the aluminum to make hydrogen sulfide.
These 9 Indian dishes make it to the list of ‘best stews in the world’
In Taste Atlas's latest rankings of the world's best stews, nine Indian dishes have made a notable appearance. Among them, keema claims a spot in the top 10, while both korma and dal tadka secure positions within the top 30.
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How to Accurately Count Calories (and Why You Might Want To)
Calorie tracking is pretty easy once you’ve gotten the hang of it, but getting started can be confusing. With the right tools and the right habits, however, you’ll be on top of your own personal calorie numbers in no time.
How Capitalism Disordered Our Eating
From Weight Watchers to Ozempic, big business profits off eating disorders and their treatments.
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A woman lost 55 pounds making 2 easy changes to her diet and exercise habits. Wegovy got her to 105.
A woman eased herself into exercising and healthy eating and lost 55 pounds. That gave her the foundation she needed to healthily lose another 50 on Wegovy.
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How to make the perfect huevos rancheros – recipe | Felicity Cloake's How to make the perfect …
This favourite Mexican brunch dish may be only egg, tortilla, salsa and maybe a few beans, but it’s much more than the sum of its parts
The World’s Most Nutritious Foods
After analysing more than 1,000 raw foods, researchers ranked the ingredients that provide the best balance of your daily nutritional requirements – and they found a few surprises.
Opinion | This Is What a Miracle Drug Looks Like, and It Costs Only $5 to Make
The effects of semaglutide drugs won’t be just cosmetic.
10 Things You Can — and Can’t — Clean With Vinegar
It’s touted as a wonder cleaner, but you should proceed with care.
How to Teach Your Brain Something It Won’t Forget a Week Later
Cramming got you through college, but it’s probably paying diminishing returns in your career. Here’s the scientific reason why.
You’re Probably Loading Your Dishwasher Wrong
In this intricate game of dinnerware Tetris, there’s a right way and a wrong way to go about things.
www.mentalfloss.com
Magic Johnson Details How He’s Defied The Odds Since 1991 HIV Diagnosis: 'I’ve Done My Part' (Exclusive)
Magic Johnson opens up about how he has defied the odds since he was diagnosed with HIV in 1991 while chatting with PEOPLE exclusively at Cedric the Entertainer and Toni Braxton’s Love & Laughter show at the Chelsea at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas on April 27.
Health Fads and Fictions: VO2 Max, Supplement Mania, Sunlight, and Immortality
Today’s show is a critical look at some of the most popular health fads of the moment, with return guests Steve Magness and Brad Stulberg
www.theringer.com
A Psychologist Explains Four Reasons the Internet Feels So Broken
Jay Van Bavel of New York University joins Derek to explain the group psychology dynamics behind the negativity and tribalism often seen online
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Why School Absences Have "Exploded" Across America
Why school absences have exploded across the country; why some people think it doesn’t matter; why we think it might matter quite a bit; and what teachers, parents, and lawmakers should do about it
www.theringer.com
Can virtual health care help save a collapsing system?
Most of us had a virtual health care appointment sometime during the pandemic. Those of us that didn’t have almost certainly encountered virtual care of some form or another—whether that’s a follow-up phone call from your doctor, or post-surgery instructions emailed to you. As we enter the...
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The Bacteria That Revolutionized the World
How cyanobacteria killed one climate and created our habitable Earth.
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What a Bronze Age Skeleton Reveals About Cavities
Here’s a hint: He didn’t eat processed foods and sugar.
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The Pitfalls of AI Health Coaches
Raising questions about the next generation of health wearables.
nautil.us
The Longevity Gap Between Men and Women Is Getting Bigger. Here’s Why.
The major causes of untimely deaths in men are preventable.
CDC describes first known cases of HIV transmitted via 'vampire facial' injections
Three women were likely infected while getting cosmetic procedures at an unlicensed spa in New Mexico, the CDC said.
www.nbcnews.com
76ers All-Star Joel Embiid says he was diagnosed with Bell's palsy before the playoffs started
Embiid said he’s had various symptoms such as blurred vision and dry eyes.
www.nbcnews.com
1 in 5 samples of pasteurized milk had bird flu virus fragments, FDA says
Milk sampled from areas with infected herds of dairy cows was more likely to be positive.
www.nbcnews.com
Doctors combine a pig kidney transplant and a heart device in bid to extend a woman’s life
Lisa Pisano, 54, is only the second patient ever to receive a pig kidney.
www.nbcnews.com
The Absurd Case About Whether Doctors Can Let You Bleed Out in the ER Is Reaching SCOTUS
The latest struggle is between a federal law meant to keep patients safe and a state effort to outlaw abortion in all but the rarest circumstances.
Frozen Chicken Will Soon Get a Lot Safer to Eat
Next year, poultry producers will be required to bring salmonella in chicken products to very low levels.
The Decoy Effect: How You Are Influenced to Choose Without Really Knowing It
Think you got a good deal? Look again.
How To Make the Best Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are the easy, healthy breakfast you’ll always feel good about eating — and they’re perfect for taking on the go.
How deep sleep became a status symbol
From ‘sleepy girl mocktails’ to Oura Ring tracking, ‘sleep optimisation’ is selling a literal dream
Health & Disease | Knowable Magazine
Knowable Magazine explores the real-world significance of scholarly work through a journalistic lens. A digital magazine from Annual Reviews.
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Getting rid of bed bugs: Trickier than ever
The blood-sucking insects now show up in two varieties and are resistant to many pesticides. New eradication strategies include fungal spores and nasty human odors.
knowablemagazine.org
Soda taxes can’t reverse the obesity epidemic
OPINION: They might be able to help, but only if well-designed and in combination with other policies
knowablemagazine.org
The six best ab workouts for women (and men)
The expert guide to training your abdominal muscles for peak performance, including exercises as well as nutrition, stress and sleep tips
getpocket.com
CDC says it's identified 1st documented cases of HIV transmitted through cosmetic needles
Three women diagnosed with HIV after getting 'vampire facial' procedures at an unlicensed medical spa are believed to be the first documented cases of people contracting the virus through a cosmetic procedure using needles.
Woman flees the US to live in Costa Rica's 'blue zone' with her family
Kema Ward-Hopper, originally from Texas, opened up about all the ways her and her family's lives have improved since they left the states during a recent interview with CNN.
10 clever ways to reuse coffee grounds
Transform your used coffee grounds into valuable resources for your home, garden, and personal care.
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Is It Bad to Drink Coffee on an Empty Stomach?
For most people, coffee on an empty stomach is unlikely to cause harm to their digestive system. But those with stomach issues may need to take precautions.
Recipe: Easy Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry
With a bag of cleaned shrimp and some frozen broccoli stashed away, you can have savory stir-fry in about 30 minutes.
10 Spring Soup Recipes to Kick Off the Season
This collection includes a variety of soups that take advantage of spring produce like ramps and asparagus.
The (Mis)education of America’s Culinary Schools
Coursework at traditional culinary schools has yet to reflect the diverse cooking happening in today’s restaurants
How anxiety became a catchall for every unpleasant emotion
Here’s how to understand the difference between everyday anxiety and an anxiety disorder.
www.vox.com
My Goal Was to Run a 5K. One Year Later, I Completed the NYC Marathon.
Conquering 26.2 miles—and reinventing myself in the process—was more about the journey than the destination.
What You Need to Know About Off-Gassing
Even after an install, a project’s furnishings and finishes can leach harmful chemicals into the air for years through a process called off-gassing. Here’s how you can combat it.
The Food Blogger Cooking Through Gaza's Hunger Crisis
In a refugee camp, Hamada Shaqoura turns aid packages into pizza wraps, curry, and "Gazan style" tacos, gaining internet-wide attention.
Is Chronic Anxiety a Learning Disorder?
Some psychiatrists think it might be, but the data are still too sparse to be sure.
How Cleaning Product Chemicals Called ‘Quats’ May Affect the Brain
A common ingredient in household disinfectants called ‘quats’ may kill some brain cells, according to new research.
What a Meatless Future Could Mean for Farmers
A plant-based food system would be a win for animals and the environment. How workers would fare is less clear.