Getting out of bed in the mornings can be tough – especially during a long cold winter – and more often than not, you may be tempted to hit the snooze button to sneak in a few extra minutes of sleep. But experts say the habit may not necessarily be the healthiest one. As Health magazine […]
Category: Health & Wellness
Actor Eric Dane dies after Short Battle with ALS – What is ALS, and What You Need to Know
Actor Eric Dane died on Feb. 19, 2026, at 53 years old, just 10 months after revealing his ALS diagnosis. “With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle with ALS,” his family said in a statement to NBC News. “He spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, […]
HigherDose Brings Red Light Therapy to Showers
HigherDose has been one of the leading innovators in the wellness tech scene over the past few years. During this period, it has mainly focused on red light therapy, which is claimed to help improve skin and hair health at a cellular level. Now, it has expanded its red light therapy offerings to include a Red […]
Raising Awareness for Eating Disorders
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAW) is a time to focus on educating the public about eating disorders – to provide information, support, visibility, and hope to everyone affected by eating disorders. This year, EDAW runs from Feb. 23 to March 1 with a theme Every BODY Belongs. According to the U.S. Department of Health […]
Going for Daily Walks Can Add 10+ Years to Your Life
The next time someone tells you to “take a walk,” even if you may not appreciate their tone, it’s probably one of the healthiest moves you could make. Walking can not only help you lose weight and keep it off, but it can also improve your bone density, mobility, and even your mood. Now, new research finds that […]
What is a Pulmonary Embolism? Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Treatments
Last week, it was confirmed that beloved actress and comedian Catherine O’Hara died from a pulmonary embolism, according to her death certificate. TMZ was first to report the news. This left many wondering, what exactly is a pulmonary embolism? What are the symptoms? Who is at risk? What is a Pulmonary Embolism? In general, a pulmonary embolism (PE) […]
The Death of James Van Der Beek at 48 Reminds Everyone about the Importance of Colorectal Screenings
Actor James Van Der Beek’s death following a battle with colon cancer offers a stark reminder about a rising threat to young adults. While incidence rates for many cancers have been on the decline for several decades, the opposite is true for colon cancer – particularly among adults under the age of 50. We still don’t know for certain why the […]
The Wonderful Benefits of Grapefruit
February is National Grapefruit month! Let’s dive into all the reasons why you should give this fruit a try. Grapefruit is part of the citrus family, but it also grows in clusters on trees, like grapes, which is said to be where the name originates. Grapefruits come in a variety of colors including yellow, pink and […]
It’s National Almond Day – Here are 10 reasons why they pack a Healthy Punch
February 16th is National Almond Day, and if you ask any fan of this sweet little nut, almonds might just be the world’s most perfect snack. With their subtle, buttery flavor and versatility, they can easily be eaten by themselves or as part of a mix. For people with dairy or gluten allergies, almonds can […]
Let’s Talk About National Condom Week
National Condom Week came into being to raise awareness about the importance of using condoms to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and diseases (STDs) like syphilis, gonorrhea, AIDS, and unplanned pregnancies. But also, and equally as important, to encourage open conversations about sexual health and empower individuals to make informed choices regarding their personal sexual […]