Ali Wong didn’t realize that “miscarrying was a thing that could happen” until she suffered one herself. The comedian, 37, opened up about her pregnancy loss on Thursday, October 10, telling Health magazine, “That’s why I told everybody. I told the lady who cleans my house, and when she found out I was seven weeks along, […]
What Parents Need to Know About the Brain-Eating Amoeba That Killed a Girl After Swimming in a River
A 10-year-old girl from Fort Worth, Texas died after contracting Naegleria fowleri amoeba, a single-celled organism also known as a "brain-eating" amoeba, while swimming, her family has confirmed. Lily Mae Avant "has gone to be with Jesus," her aunt, Loni Yadon, said in a statement shared on Facebook this morning. "This past week has been a true testament […]
Here's What To Know About the First Drug For Postpartum Depression
In a move that has the potential to help millions of women, the FDA has approved the first drug to treat postpartum depression (PPD). The perinatal mood disorder, which affects one in seven new moms, causes anxiety, fear, irritability, and despair — as though it’s not tough enough navigating the ups, downs, and sleepless nights […]
The study revealed knowledge is a dangerous half-True causes of Cancer and the least know – Video
Smoking, too much alcohol, poor diet and too little exercise: Would make sure the Germans more, would, according to the German cancer research center ill, in the year 2018, around 165,000 people have less cancer. However, the Knowledge of cancer causes is sown in the people tend to be rare. Many have knowledge of a […]
Got a Cough That Just Won't Go Away? Here's What You Should Know
There’s nothing worse than a lingering cough. But sometimes, they can hold on forever. The tricky part about a cough is that it can be a symptom of a variety of conditions — especially when it sticks around. So, how do you know what’s a harmless cold or something more serious? We spoke to a […]
What Deidre Hall Wants You to Know About Her Mother’s Vision Loss
There’s a reason Deidre Hall (Dr. Marlena Evans, Hattie Adams) is still a fan favorite after more than 40 years on Days of our Lives. She’s a talent who uses her voice to help others based on her own personal experiences. With February being Low Vision Awareness Month, Hall is teaming up with a new campaign, Look […]
I Don't Know Who My Adopted Child Will Be
Lately, my husband and I have been announcing to our friends and family that we’re starting the process of independent adoption. Many friends are simply excited for us. Reactions like, “What an awesome season of life for you!” and “That’s so great!” abound. These are both the simplest and, honestly, the best responses we get. […]
Mountain splendor? Scientists know where your eyes will look
Using precise brain measurements, Yale researchers predicted how people’s eyes move when viewing natural scenes, an advance in understanding the human visual system that can improve a host of artificial intelligence efforts, such as the development of driverless cars, said the researchers. “We are visual beings and knowing how the brain rapidly computes where to […]
Nodular melanoma: What to know
This article will explain what nodular melanoma is and describe the symptoms to look out for. What is nodular melanoma? Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer. There are four main types of melanoma. Nodular melanoma accounts for 15–25 percent of melanoma diagnoses. Compared to the other kinds of melanoma, nodular melanoma grows […]
Should you get the flu shot? What to know about the 2018-19 flu season
Health professionals are urging citizens to get their flu shot. (iStock) Following last year’s flu season — the worst in decades, killing an estimated 80,000 Americans — health professionals have a strong warning for citizens as this year’s flu season arrives: get your flu shot. “The flu shot is incredibly important because it reduces your risk […]