Not even our favorite celebrities are immune from experiencing health woes — and many of them are opening up about their battles in an effort to inform and inspire others who might be going through the same illnesses. Selena Gomez’s health issues have been well-documented over the years. The “Look at Her Now” singer has […]
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Bahrain’s Story: Creating Real Hope Through Virtual
For animal shelters like the ASPCA Adoption Center in Manhattan, adoptions and other animal welfare programs are constantly being modified to maintain those services while minimizing risks to people and pets as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. The ASPCA posts photos of available animals on our website, and would-be adopters are encouraged to apply to adopt […]
Schoolchildren are learning about health through sport
Knowledge about health is a cornerstone in a child’s development of physical and psychosocial health. Since 2016, around 25,000 pupils in years 4-6 in 86 of Denmark’s municipalities have taken part in the project “11 for Health in Denmark”, an 11-week exercise and health education program offered to all schools in a collaboration between the […]
Twin Time! See the Zolciak-Biermann Family Through the Years
Always growing and changing! Kim Zolciak-Biermann’s family has expanded and morphed in front of the public’s eyes as they appeared on The Real Housewives of Atlanta and spinoff Don’t Be Tardy. Former ‘RHOA’ Stars: Where Are They Now? Kim and husband Kroy Biermann, who is seven years her junior, are parents of sons Kroy Jr., Kash and Kane […]
Building resiliency in children as the COVID-19 pandemic continues through the holidays
Seasons of change can be difficult to navigate emotionally, not only for adults, but also for children. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly impacted children’s mental health, and as families start planning for the holidays that may look very different this year, it’s important to build resilience in kids to prepare them for what’s ahead […]
Potential new therapies for Alzheimer’s are revealed through network modeling of its complex molecular interactions
Researchers from Mount Sinai and the National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology in Japan have identified new molecular mechanisms driving late-onset Alzheimer’s Disease (LOAD), as well as a promising therapeutic candidate for treatment, according to a study in the journal Neuron. LOAD is the most prevalent form of dementia among people over age 65, a […]
How contact tracing has evolved and ways to get through the next COVID-19 wave
As positive COVID-19 cases spike across the country, the role of contact tracing becomes even more important. Contact tracing is the process of identifying those who may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, assessing the risk of their exposure and facilitating quarantine when indicated Early in the pandemic, Dr. Laura Breeher, a preventive medicine […]
Mexico reported 193,170 "excess deaths" through Sept 26
Mexican health authorities acknowledged Sunday that the country’s true death toll from the coronavirus pandemic is far higher than thought, saying there were 193,170 “excess” deaths in the year up to Sept. 26, with 139,153 of those judged to be attributable to COVID-19. That is about 50,000 more deaths than Mexico’s official, test-confirmed death toll […]
Spain to extend coronavirus lockdown through May 9: PM
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Spain, one of the countries hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic, is to extend its nationwide lockdown until May 9, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced Saturday. Restrictions on movements would be loosened slightly however to allow children time outside from April 27, he added. Spain, which has been under lockdown since […]
How Smart Government Policies Can Help Keep People and Animals Together Through the COVID-19 Crisis
The ASPCA is working to ensure legislative protections for animals across the country during this difficult time. We urge elected officials to deem animal sheltering services, animal care and veterinary services essential functions. Federal agencies should consider and incorporate animal welfare into emergency planning. You can do your part to speak up for animals by […]