Scientists have discovered antibiotic resistance genes in the bacteria of remote tribespeople who have had no contact with the industrialized world or exposure to antibiotic drugs. This discovery suggests that the ability to resist antibiotics was already in the human … Read More »
blackred via Getty Images In today’s “always on,” high-stress world, it has become commonplace to turn to over-the-counter sleep aids for a little help with drifting off into dreamland at night. However, that habit, if made a consistent one, could … Read More »
Stephen Simpson via Getty Images If you are placed in front of a door that says “fear” that is a door you must pass through to become the next bigger version of yourself. All successful growth begins just outside your … Read More »
Laura Post In 2005, Laura and her husband Tim opened a bakery in Ypsilanti, Michigan, fulfilling a lifelong goal of Tim’s. In July 2012, Tim was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. He died in October 2013 at age 53. … Read More »
Vanessa Clara Ann Vokey via Getty Images By Yvette C. Terrie for U.S. News Everyone gets a headache now and then, but migraine headaches are characterized by recurring attacks of moderate to severe headache pain. Often called migraines, these headaches … Read More »
Sometimes solutions can seem to come from the unlikeliest of places. In this case, researchers have found that a drug commonly taken to prevent seizures in people with epilepsy could protect people with multiple sclerosis from the effects of an … Read More »
A new study published in The American Journal of Medicine suggests that the national incidence of gun-related hospitalizations has mirrored the performance of the national stock market. The study suggests, therefore, that economic insecurities may drive firearm-related injuries. About 88 … Read More »
olgakr via Getty Images By Lindsay Funston When work deadlines begin piling up and your social calendar is booked, the last thing you want to hear is to steer clear of the vending machine. Who has time for healthy eating? … Read More »
Man stands on peak, arms outstretched. | Ascent Xmedia via Getty Images SPECIAL FROM Next Avenue By Patricia Corrigan “Be bold in doing the rest of your life.” That’s what Gail Sheehy wrote in my copy of her groundbreaking book … Read More »
Rafal Olkis via Getty Images Recently I did a speaking tour on the East Coast of the U.S. and noticed that people were tired of the cold, snow, and dark gloomy days and wanted some relief. I promised everyone I’d … Read More »