Annoyed When Watching Others Fidget? You're Not Alone
If other people’s fidgeting makes you anxious, you may have a condition called misokinesia, which means “hatred of movements.” And it’s more common than you might think. Source link
Scientists in Danger in Afghanistan, Their Research in Jeopardy
Sept. 3, 2021 — Scientific research is becoming one of the casualties as the Taliban again take control of Afghanistan, say experts who have lived and worked in the region. Kenneth Holland, PhD, dean of academics, research and international affairs at O.P. Jindal Global University in India, was president of the American University of […]
Americans’ COVID Medical Bills Are Set to Rise
By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Sept. 3, 2021 (HealthDay News) — COVID-19 care is likely to get more expensive for Americans with the expiration of insurers’ temporary waivers on costs associated with treating the illness. Earlier in the pandemic, patients didn’t have their normal co-payments or deductibles for emergency room visits or hospital […]
What Ingredients Should You Look For?
You shampoo your hair several times a week, if not every day. But is your shampoo the best one for your hair type? Learn about different types of shampoo and hair needs so you can choose ingredients that make your hair healthier. The Goal of Shampoo Shampoo is usually a thick liquid. It’s […]
Tired of Dry Lips? Try These Tips for Great Lips
When it comes to skin care, people tend to focus on sensitive areas like the face, neck, and chest. It’s easy to forget that your lips need just as much attention, especially in harsh weather conditions or if your lips are prone to chapping. With the following tips for great lips, you can help get […]
4-in-1 Blood Pressure Pill Could Improve Outcomes
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Sept. 1, 2021 (HealthDay News) — A four-in-one pill containing “ultra-low doses” of different medications can provide better blood pressure control than standard drug treatment, a new clinical trial from Australia shows. About 80% of people given the “quadpill” achieved a healthy blood pressure of 140/90 within three months […]
Two Women Charged in Fake COVID Vaccination Card Scam
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 1, 2021 (HealthDay News) — A woman who calls herself AntiVaxMomma on social media faces a number of charges for selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards, New York prosecutors said Tuesday. They allege that Jasmine Clifford, of Lyndhurst, N.J., sold about 250 fake vaccination cards via her Instagram account in recent months, the […]
Pandemic Brought Big Drop in Breast Cancer Screenings
By Robert PreidtHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Aug. 31, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Many parts of the United States saw a significant drop in breast cancer screening of older low-income women during the COVID-19 pandemic, new research shows. The analysis of data from 32 community health centers that serve low-income people found that breast cancer screening for […]
How to Ease Your Anxiety
Everyone feels anxious from time to time. Occasional anxiety is a normal reaction to uncertainty about what’s going to happen next, whether that’s in the next few minutes, days, or months. Mental health experts define anxiety as worry over a threat that’s still in your future. Thinking about a conversation you dread, for example, could […]
How to Set and Reach Your Goals
Chances are, dozens of goals cross your mind each day. There are things you want to accomplish today, next week, and even next year on your mental to-do list. By turning that to-do list into actionable goals, you can get more done and feel a greater sense of accomplishment. Understanding Goals Achieving goals is not […]