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How Weekend Workouts Could Slash Your Risk of Heart Disease

Let’s say you’re busy. Like, really busy. You barely have time to breathe during the week—between work, errands, family, and everything in between. So you hit the gym hard on the weekends, cramming in long runs, bike rides, or HIIT classes. Sound familiar? Congratulations—you might be a Weekend Warrior. And according to a major new […]

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What Happens When Cities Embrace Night Running?

Did you know exercising after dark can reduce anxiety by up to 30%? While most people think of workouts as a daytime activity, an exciting trend is transforming urban nights into vibrant hubs of health. Welcome to the world of night running and cycling, where health, community, and urban planning collide. Night Fitness: More Than […]

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Track & Field Beats Yoga for Mental Health

What if your choice of exercise could be the difference between feeling energized or exhausted, upbeat or burned out, healthy or just… hanging on? A new large-scale study from Lithuania tracked over 5,800 adults to find out exactly how different types of physical activity relate to 11 key health indicators—things like stress, depression, sleep, BMI, […]

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Drowning Deaths Dropped 60%—But 15 Million Still at Risk

In 2021, more than 274,000 people drowned—enough to fill three NFL stadiums. You probably didn’t hear about most of them. Maybe because it happened far away. Maybe because it was chalked up as “just an accident.” But what if we told you 15.7 million people are living with the consequences of drowning today? That toddlers […]

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The Surprising? Link Between Overeating and Childhood Weight

When you think of childhood obesity, fast food and sugary treats might be the first culprits that come to mind. But what if the real issue lies deeper—in how children regulate their appetite? A recent study from the Finnish Health in Teens (Fin-HIT) cohort sheds light on how a tendency toward overeating can influence weight […]

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How Clean Hands Save Lives

Imagine a bustling hospital in Rome, where healthcare workers tirelessly care for patients. Now, imagine this: a single unwashed hand can carry enough bacteria to put lives at risk. According to a recent study conducted at one of Italy’s largest university hospitals, gaps in healthcare workers’ hand hygiene knowledge and practices could be contributing to […]

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Does Hand Washing Make a Difference?

Yes. And here’s why. Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) are among the most frequent and severe complications in medical settings. Globally, the prevalence of patients contracting at least one HAI hovers around 7%, with some regions reporting rates as high as 13.8%. These infections not only endanger lives but also strain healthcare systems with additional costs and […]

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Innovative Approaches to Tinnitus Treatment

Imagine a ringing in your ears so relentless it drowns out your thoughts, steals your sleep, and intrudes on every quiet moment. For millions worldwide, this isn’t hypothetical—it’s tinnitus. Affecting up to 30% of the population, tinnitus manifests as phantom sounds in the absence of external stimuli, often linked to hearing loss or auditory damage. […]

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Crafting Happiness: How Art and Creativity Boost Wellbeing

Have you ever felt a surge of joy after finishing a DIY project or a sense of calm while knitting a scarf? You’re not alone. Engaging in creative arts and crafts (CAC) activities like painting, knitting, or even pottery is more than just a hobby—it’s a powerful tool for boosting happiness and life satisfaction. A […]

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Can Sleep Be a Game?

Ever felt like you just can’t get enough sleep, no matter how hard you try? You’re not alone. With the hustle and bustle of modern life, sleep problems are all too common. But what if the solution was as simple as playing a game? Recent research suggests that game-based learning might be the key to […]

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A Unique Approach to Water Safety

While we were on vacation, a 13-year-old was swept out by a riptide and died. According to the CDC, young people aged 15 to 19 years have the second-highest fatal drowning rate, trailing only toddlers. The risks are even more pronounced among Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities and those from low socioeconomic […]

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