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If your cat is the love of your life, you probably want to protect them and keep them healthy. All that purring and snuggling leads a lot of people to feel about cats the way they do potato chips --- they can’t have just one! But, like any pet, they’re susceptible to some diseases that can affect not only their precious lives, but the lives of the humans that love them as well. Many cats, especially...
10/25/2024 4:00:00 AM
We might be lucky enough to grow up surrounded by family and friends. But eventually, whether from a move, or a loss of contact, a new school or in our first apartment, we all experience loneliness. By all accounts, loneliness is impacting many Americans in epidemic proportions. Some say ts the single greatest mental health crisis of our time. Yet we don't really seem to take it seriously as a problem....
10/25/2024 4:00:00 AM
Just the word is enough to make the skin crawl. Bedbugs. They're gross and creepy and can keep someone up at night with itching and discomfort. Bedbugs aren’t anything most people want to discuss, but knowing how to spot them, and what to do about them, can be important for a good night’s sleep. What Are Bedbugs? Bedbugs are parasitic insects. They’re small and have a reddish-brown coloration. They...
10/25/2024 4:00:00 AM
Scientists at Harvard University claim they have identified the mechanism that allows the three-banded panther worm to regenerate any body part within a matter of days. The gene, referred to as the early growth response or EGR, activates a complex system of genetic code that makes regeneration possible. Humans also possess this gene, which leaves scientists hopeful that humans will one day be able...
10/23/2024 4:00:00 AM
Humans might be the only creatures on Earth with such unpredictable sleeping patterns. Some people rise every morning at the crack of dawn, while others of us struggle to drag ourselves out of bed by noon.Night owl schedules aren't necessarily disordered, but their patterns can conflict with normal working hours, which may affect their ability to function in a world designed for early risers. Researchers...
10/21/2024 4:00:00 AM
If you’ve ever tried to function during a bout of insomnia, or even after one less-than-restful night, you’ve probably noticed you’re more prone to making errors or slipping into “auto-pilot.” Have you ever zoned out during an office meeting without actually nodding off and closing your eyes? Have you ever felt like you nodded off while stopped at a red light, even though your eyes were open and watching...
10/20/2024 4:00:00 AM
A new study shows a possible correlation between waking times and major cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke. In fact, those who routinely wake up too early may be at a greater risk of dying from a sudden cardiovascular event than those who get the proper amount of sleep. Sleeping too much may also increase cardiovascular risks. So it's important to get the right amount of sleep....
10/18/2024 4:00:00 AM
Lead poisoning is no joke. The water crisis in Flint, Michigan might seem far removed for most of us, but what happened there could happen in any number of other places. And if you live in a home that was fitted with certain types of plumbing materials, you could be at an even higher risk.Lead poisoning can cause serious health problems in all people, but it can be especially dangerous to children....
10/15/2024 4:00:00 AM
Regular blood pressure (BP) monitoring is a mainstay in catching certain forms of heart disease, such as atherosclerosis. Many doctors encourage patients to have a good blood pressure monitor at home and to make regular use of it. Even done regularly, however, this practice can have its limits. Recent studies have shown we may get more out of our BP monitoring if we take some of those readings in the...
10/10/2024 4:00:00 AM
Although there are many approaches toward battling depression, there is no question that a healthy diet should be part of an overall depression-fighting treatment plan.The nutrients in food support wellness, growth and the body's ability to repair itself. Deficiency in fat, protein, carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins can cause our bodies to not work at full capacity and can also adversely affect...
9/27/2024 4:00:00 AM