Health insurance is a necessity in our day-to-day lives. But have you ever considered what would happen if you didn't have it? Explore the consequences of going uninsured and how health insurance can add value to your life below. Not having health coverage can lead to devastating financial losses, many medical services not being covered, and difficulty filing claims or appealing denials. Learning about the impact of not having health insurance may encourage you to...
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ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neurodevelopmental disorder. Most people associate it with hyperactive kids who can not sit still in class. But in reality, ADHD has several flavors: However, the two conditions have some overlapping features, such as difficulty focusing, but differ in many ways. Inattentive Type: These folks often seem daydreamy, forgetful, and struggle with organization. Hyperactive-Impulsive Type: The classic restless souls who often act without thinking. Combined Type: A mix of both...
According to a new study, excess body weight can increase your risk of endometrial cancer. Extra body mass in a person can almost double the risk of endometrial cancer, also known as the cancer of the womb. How does endometrial cancer develop in the womb? Endometrial cancer occurs when the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium becomes cancerous and begins to grow uncontrollably. According to a recent study linking obesity with a higher risk...
Recently, social media posts showing the before and after results of using Retinol have made beauty enthusiasts rethink their skincare regimen. In the quest for youthful, radiant skin, many of us scour the beauty aisles, read countless articles, and even seek advice from dermatologists. Among the myriad of skincare ingredients out there, retinol consistently emerges as a frontrunner. But what is the real story behind retinol its application? Let’s explore it in detail: Understanding Retinol...
At first glance, school weigh-ins might sound like a smart idea. Kids step on a scale, schools gather data, and parents get updates. It is all supposed to help fight childhood obesity. However, more and more experts are saying one thing loud and clear: this doesn’t work, and it is harming children. Despite the good intentions behind these programs, research indicates that they are not achieving their intended goals. Worse, they are sparking serious mental...
For most people, having a cup of coffee on a daily basis is a sure-shot way of beginning the day right. Some people can not function without having their coffee fix first, and coffee is often blamed for caffeine addiction or increased blood pressure. However, new research suggests that coffee can actually be good for the body, after all. A study published in PLOS Medicine suggests that having a few cups of coffee and tea...
A stroke is a condition that severely affects one’s arteries that are connected to the brain and are within the brain. It is one of the causes of death and a leading factor behind disability in the United States of America. A stroke happens when blood vessels get blocked by a clot or when they burst. Since blood vessels carry oxygen along with nutrients and blood, the slightest disturbance in this complex network could lead...
Scrolling starts innocently. One text turns into ten minutes of headlines, memes, and TikTok. A new study shows that this everyday habit on the toilet is just strange and risky. Spending extra time on the bowl might seem like downtime, but it is quietly inviting a list of health problems nobody wants to deal with. It can stretch your bathroom stay from quick to endless. That extra time adds pressure to veins in your rectum,...
Not everyone can easily recover from a loss of a dear one! Sometimes the grieving person develops an intense longing for the deceased, which is known as the ‘prolonged grief disorder.’ Children usually take 6 months and adults take 12 months to recover from the loss of a dear one. If the grieving extends longer than the normal time and you notice the following signs then you should visit a psychologist: Identity disruption Feeling that...
Health insurance is a necessity in our day-to-day lives. But have you ever considered what would happen if you didn't have it? Explore the consequences of going uninsured and how health insurance can add value to your life below. Not having health coverage can lead to devastating financial losses, many medical services not being covered, and difficulty filing claims or appealing denials. Learning about the impact of not having health insurance may encourage you to...
ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neurodevelopmental disorder. Most people associate it with hyperactive kids who can not sit still in class. But in reality, ADHD has several flavors: However, the two conditions have some overlapping features, such as difficulty focusing, but differ in many ways. Inattentive Type: These folks often seem daydreamy, forgetful, and struggle with organization. Hyperactive-Impulsive Type: The classic restless souls who often act without thinking. Combined Type: A mix of both...
According to a new study, excess body weight can increase your risk of endometrial cancer. Extra body mass in a person can almost double the risk of endometrial cancer, also known as the cancer of the womb. How does endometrial cancer develop in the womb? Endometrial cancer occurs when the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium becomes cancerous and begins to grow uncontrollably. According to a recent study linking obesity with a higher risk...
Recently, social media posts showing the before and after results of using Retinol have made beauty enthusiasts rethink their skincare regimen. In the quest for youthful, radiant skin, many of us scour the beauty aisles, read countless articles, and even seek advice from dermatologists. Among the myriad of skincare ingredients out there, retinol consistently emerges as a frontrunner. But what is the real story behind retinol its application? Let’s explore it in detail: Understanding Retinol...
At first glance, school weigh-ins might sound like a smart idea. Kids step on a scale, schools gather data, and parents get updates. It is all supposed to help fight childhood obesity. However, more and more experts are saying one thing loud and clear: this doesn’t work, and it is harming children. Despite the good intentions behind these programs, research indicates that they are not achieving their intended goals. Worse, they are sparking serious mental...
