Columbus, OH

The Healthy 

A spring 2022 survey by the American Academy of Dermatology revealed Americans are more aware of the necessity of sun protection than we were five years prior. Still, getting all ages to apply it can take some convincing. This week, the US Food and Drug Administration reports two sunscreen brands that manufacture products marketed to protect the whole family have been recalled after having been sold online and at retailers across the country.

2 Sunscreen Brands Have Recalled 20,000 Products Sold Nationwide

There’s nothing more refreshing than reaching for a cool scoop of ice cream or a spoonful of sorbet on a hot summer’s day. If frozen treats are your hot weather go-to, though, you should take a peek in the freezer before your next pick-me-up, as an ice cream manufacturer for popular brands such as Hershey’s, Jeni’s and more is recalling products sold across the country due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

13 Popular Ice Cream Brands Recall Products Nationwide Due to Potential Contamination

There’s a certain level of assurance you feel when you get that prescription in hand for the hormone replacement supplement your doctor has prescribed. When a medical doctor determines this is an appropriate treatment, the patient probably looks forward to relief from both the obvious and insidious menopause symptoms, such as more reliable sleep, changes in the complexion, and even a less active bladder, not to mention the potential for trimming down and seeing key health metrics like cholesterol improve.

Nearly 35,000 Estrogen Supplements Have Been Recalled Nationwide

rolling out

Have you ever experienced a sensation where your fingers get numb or tingle? This phenomenon can be alarming and uncomfortable. Understanding what it means if your fingers get numb or tingle is crucial to identifying the underlying causes and finding appropriate treatments. This article will explore various reasons behind this sensation, potential associated medical conditions, and possible solutions to alleviate it.

What it means if your fingers get numb or tingle

Well+Good

A full night's rest should leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated come morning, right? So why do you often find yourself waking up with a sore throat, chapped lips, or a dry, tacky feeling in your mouth instead?. You likely didn't magically transport to the desert overnight, but you may...

Waking Up With a Dry Mouth? Here’s What Your Body’s Trying To Tell You

Sciatica is a common cause of buttock pain that occurs when the sciatic nerve gets compressed or pinched. It causes nerve pain that starts in the spine at the lower back and goes into the buttocks, hips, and backs of the legs. People with sciatica often report sharp, burning pain...

What Causes Sciatica Buttock Pain?

Delishably

FDA Recalls 4 Popular Sodas Due to Cancer-Causing Chemicals

BuzzFeed News

After Taylor Swift and Kylie Jenner were called “climate criminals” for flying private, Jennifer Lopez is being widely mocked for taking a two-hour commercial flight.

People Are Defending Jennifer Lopez After She Was Brutally Dragged For Taking A Two-Hour Commercial Flight

Daily Mail

Scientists in Europe say patients on Ozempic may start to experience sweet tastes much more intensely, reducing their desire for sugary snacks.

Now doctors are warning of 'Ozempic tongue' - the latest bizarre symptom of weight loss drug

Health

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MDMedically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MDBowel blockages (also known as bowel or intestinal obstructions) occur when food cannot pass through your large or small intestines. This can cause constipation (difficulty pooping), nausea, bloating, and other symptoms. Complete bowel blockages are serious and require emergency medical treatment from a gastroenterologist (a doctor specializing in the digestive system).Home remedies such as drinking more water, adjusting your diet, and exercising more can promote healthy bowel movements and alleviate discomfort. Over-the-counter (OTC) remedies can also help remedy mild bowel blockages.Signs You Have a Bowel BlockageBowel blockages vary...

9 Home Remedies To Loosen a Bowel Blockage

Physical activity is an essential part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, approximately 31% of the global population fails to meet minimum physical activity requirements. Americans spend an average of 7.7 hours a day sitting, which can increase the risk of developing many health conditions, including back pain, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and some types of cancer.

What Happens to the Body After Sitting Down for Too Long?

You know when people tell a pregnant woman that it looks like she swallowed a watermelon? It’s really time we stop commenting on people’s bodies, but I’ll admit that was accurate when I was pregnant: Watermelon was my number-one craving in all six of my pregnancies. I ate at least a watermelon a week, even outside of summer.

I Ate Watermelon Every Day for a Week—Here’s What Happened

Community Voices represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program but not yet verified their accounts. Community Voices are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

community_voice

Cents + Purpose

Most people aren't afraid to say what they like. Likely because it either fits into what society deems attractive or what they are going to say doesn't make someone feel self-conscious.

15 Things That People Secretly Find Attractive

Lifestyle factors such as regular exercise, sleeping position, lifting correctly, maintaining a moderate weight, and practicing proper posture may all help prevent and relieve lower back pain. People with lower back pain may experience a dull, aching, or sharp pain in the lower section of the back. The pain can...

Tips to relieve and prevent lower back pain

According to a 2023 survey by Gallup, 50% of Americans have tried marijuana—the greatest number on record since the global analytics and advisory firm started its annual survey in 2003. Meanwhile, today a UCLA study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association calculated cannabis use among 176,000 UCLA primary care patients to find that one in six said they smoke, vape, or ingest cannabis products to manage a stress, pain, sleep, or a medical condition.

Here’s How Long You Stay Impaired After Taking an Edible, New Research Suggests

New York City, NY

New York Post

The heat is on.

With temperatures expected to soar above the 90s across much of the eastern US this week, millions are preparing to beat the heat. Experts are urging those who take certain medications — including those used to treat high blood pressure, allergies and mental health conditions — to take extra precautions.  

Temps will begin rising on Tuesday and reach their punishing peaks on Thursday and Friday. Heat index values in northern New Jersey, southern Connecticut and New York City are expected to hit 100 to 105 degrees. 

Here are the medications that can cause greater heat-related health...

Heat waves are extra dangerous if you’re taking these medications

Back pain is a global problem, with estimates suggesting there are more than a half-billion cases worldwide. Although there are various causes of back pain, it often results from a traumatic event. You probably know the feeling: Bending over may send a shock of pain, standing too long causes a...

Walk Your Back Pain Away

Italian culture is famous for many things—a diet that promotes longevity being one of them. It’s usually the antioxidant-rich tomatoes and other vegetables—as well as fish, olive oil and other healthy fats—that get most of the attention. In a tasty twist, medical researchers in Sicily have found that there are cases when a particular frozen treat may actually be beneficial to optimizing the health of a key organ that needs a lot of love.

Eating This May Improve Kidney Health, Says Intriguing New Study

Brooklyn, NY

Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our Start TODAY newsletter to receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox — and join us on Instagram!. One day in March 2023, Kyle McMorrow of Brooklyn woke up at 5 a.m. with the worst neck pain he’s ever had. “I thought I had slept on it wrong. I tried to massage it out with a massage gun, but nothing worked,” he tells TODAY.com.

This active man, 37, thought his neck pain came from sleeping wrong. He was having a stroke

Closer Weekly

Follow these simple steps for better mobility and strength. Per the experts at Colorado Pain Care, “Many people suffer from neck pain because of stress, which may cause clenched muscles. To help relieve pain and stiffness, you may want to engage in a regular habit of stretches.”. Try rolling...

Forever Young: Simple Steps to Keep Neck Pain, Muscle Aches and More Away

NewsBreak

2 Over-the-Counter Pain Creams Recalled Nationwide

Data suggest greater than 50 million Americans look for chronic pain relief—and if you’re one of them, you may have a preferred pain cream you keep...

2 Over-the-Counter Pain Creams Recalled Nationwide

Comments / 0