Do you feel sad as summer transitions into fall? You may have what social scientists and TikTokers alike call “end-of-summer sadness” or “end-of-summer blues.” There are biological, psychological, and social reasons for a seasonal mood swing. Daylight starts to wane and the temperature may drop, which can cause the body to generate less serotonin, a … Read more
For the second time in two years, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern. Mpox didn’t disappear in between the two outbreaks, but the WHO’s new announcement signals that it is again becoming a significant concern for global health. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] Right now, the mpox outbreak is … Read more
If you have obstructive sleep apnea, here’s what to know about dental devices, tongue trainers, mouth tape, weight loss drugs and more. View original article Contributor: Kevin Loria
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People who challenge an unexpected medical bill often get some form of financial relief, a new study says. About 1 in 5 people say they’ve recently received a medical bill … Click to Continue » View original article Contributor:
Chris Duffy isn’t going to sugarcoat it: Making friends as an adult is hard. If you’ve ever tried to figure out exactly how to ask a potential platonic connection for their number—or word that first follow-up text—you know what he’s talking about. “It’s mortifying,” he says. “It requires being vulnerable and cringe-worthy and putting yourself … Read more
Parents in the U.S. are feeling stressed, and Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy says it’s time to do something about it. Nearly half feel overwhelming stress on any given day, compared to just 25% of non-parents, according to a recent survey from the American Psychological Association (APA). The crisis has convinced Murthy to issue a … Read more
A New Hampshire resident has died of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) after testing positive for the rare mosquito-borne disease at the hospital, health officials said Tuesday. The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services revealed that the person who died of EEE was an adult, and was hospitalized due to severe central nervous system … Read more
Acadia Healthcare is holding people against their will to maximize insurance payouts, a Times investigation found. View original article Contributor: Jessica Silver-Greenberg and Katie Thomas
If a middle-aged man starts clutching his chest, sweating profusely, and gasping for air, everyone knows he’s probably having a heart attack. It’s the “Bollywood drama” depiction of heart problems, says Dr. Basel Ramlawi, a cardiothoracic surgeon with Main Line Health in Philadelphia. “It’s the most dramatic way—but not the most common way—in which patients … Read more