Information on physical, mental, and public health issues, medical research, and wellness practices.
Did you know that doomscrolling is more than just a habit? It is a clear example of how our minds are wired for negative news. When we see distressing headlines or catastrophic events, our brain releases dopamine and creates a loop that feels rewarding at first but ultimately increases our anxiety. ...
ViewNourish bridges healthcare and digital wellness with AI-driven meal logging tools. DNA analysis provides personalized dietary recommendations for optimal health. AI nutrition apps streamline meal planning, helping manage chronic conditions. Symptom-tracking chatbots provide on-demand mental health s...
ViewTo reduce digital eye strain without specialized equipment, consider implementing the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at an object 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. Additionally, take regular breaks to rest your eyes and avoid prolonged focus on screens. Adjust your workspace by ensuring ...
ViewAntimicrobial resistance caused 1.27 million deaths globally in 2019. Antimicrobial resistance could result in up to $3.4 trillion GDP losses annually by 2030. Over 2.8 million antimicrobial-resistant infections occur yearly in the U.S. Deaths from antimicrobial-resistant infections in the U.S. exce...
ViewQ1. 🧍 How long should one hold the tandem stance in the Four Stage Balance Test to pass? ⏳ - 5 seconds - 10 seconds - 15 seconds - 20 seconds Answer: 10 seconds Q2. 🧑⚕️ What is the highest possible score on the Berg Balance Scale? 📊 - 40 - 56 - 14 - 96 Answer: 56 Q3. 🔍 Which test assesses balan...
ViewQ1. What is a chronotype? 🦁🐻🐺🐬 - Your body's natural preference for sleep and wake times. - A specific stage of deep sleep. - A method to measure sleep quality. - A type of sleep disorder. Answer: Your body's natural preference for sleep and wake times. Q2. Which hormone is primarily responsible...
ViewWelcome to today's health clip where we explore the one metric you should monitor to better understand your body. Heart rate variability is the tiny difference in time between each heartbeat, offering a unique glimpse into how your body is handling stress and recovering. When you experience higher h...
ViewWelcome to your one minute breathing reset for screen fatigue. In this brief interlude, find a comfortable seat and let your eyes take a rest from the screen. Now take a deep breath, letting your belly expand as you fill your lungs with fresh air. Slowly exhale and imagine releasing the tension of t...
ViewTake a 20-second break every 20 minutes. Screen brightness should match room lighting. Blinking reduces eye dryness and irritation. Blue light exposure primarily affects sleep, not vision. Children absorb more blue light than adults....
ViewWelcome to our one-minute myth buster. Today we answer the question: Are electric cars dirtier than diesel? Although making an electric vehicle uses more energy for battery production, studies show that over its lifetime an electric car produces far fewer carbon emissions than a comparable diesel ve...
ViewHere's a 30-second tip to help protect your financial identity: Freeze your credit to stop identity thieves from opening new accounts in your name. A credit freeze locks your credit report so lenders cannot access it until you lift the freeze. It is free to set up and does not affect your credit sco...
ViewWomen earn 53% of STEM degrees but still remain underrepresented in some fields. Women comprise 25% of computer workers, a figure that has stagnated since 2000. Only 9% of STEM workers are Black and 8% are Hispanic. The median earnings of women in STEM occupations are about 74% of men's earnings. Th...
ViewCloud gaming represents a shift in how gameplay is delivered by moving processing power from local devices to remote data centers, allowing users to play high-end games on less powerful hardware. This service model, offered by major companies such as Microsoft, Google, and Nvidia, promises reduced n...
ViewTattoo-based epidermal biosensors monitor sweat electrolytes and metabolites in real-time. Ultrasonic sensors can continuously monitor human blood pressure and heart rate. Graphene tattoos, one-hundredth the thickness of a human hair, track cardiac activity. Smart contact lenses provide noninvasive,...
ViewGratitude journaling has been associated with improved mental health, which can help regulate cortisol levels, the stress hormone known to fluctuate with age. As gratitude fosters positive emotions, it may contribute to a healthier balance of cortisol, particularly beneficial as aging often brings a...
View