5 ways to defeat decision fatigue
It happens to all of us at some point. Two (or more) roads diverge in the (metaphorical) wood, and you have no earthly idea which is the right one to take. There’s the anxiety of […]
Heart attacks kill 6 times as many women as breast cancer. Here’s how to survive one
Each year, 435,000 American women have heart attacks. Nearly 20% of them are under age 65. In fact, heart attacks kill six times as many women as breast cancer does. Yet women aren’t always evaluated and […]
Health care jargon in politics, explained
With two Democratic primary debates down and another on the way, we are already deep in the throes of election season (as if it ever ends). Health care was arguably the biggest issue in the […]
Is there a scientific explanation for ‘near-death’ experiences?
A growing body of evidence suggests that the loss of consciousness after death is much less immediate than previously thought. Nearly 20% of people who were revived after being declared clinically dead reported that they […]
Playgrounds for older adults boost activity, decrease loneliness
Just hearing the word “playground” probably has you imagining a boisterous group of kids jostling for position to take another go down a sky-high slide. But over the past decade, cities around the world have […]
5 important questions you should ask your pharmacist
When you think of the medical professionals in your life, you probably think of your primary care provider, possibly your physical therapist, and maybe even your psychiatrist. But what about your pharmacist? Pharmacists are highly […]
A healthy social life fends off dementia, researchers say
Staying socially active has always been good advice for staying happy and healthy. Now research shows just how meaningful those conversations and connections can be. People who are more socially active in their 50s and […]
The most dangerous (but non-fatal) industry in every state
When people think about dangerous jobs, they tend to focus on jobs where people might die. There is plenty of merit to this, as anyone working in a job where deaths are common would want […]
The average age of a first-time grandparent in the US is now 50
There’s a strong stereotype associated with grandparents: They’re old. But like all stereotypes, it’s not exactly true. The average age of a first-time grandparent in the United States is only 50. And yet, that number […]
The most dangerous highway for summer driving in every state
Summer driving is an American tradition for vacation fun, but the season comes with a special set of highway hazards. With teen drivers out of school and on the roads, families embarking on long road trips, […]