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COVID Memory Loss: Here Are the Facts, According to Neurology Experts
If you’re feeling mentally “off” since you had COVID-19, COVID memory loss feels like a very real ailment among many people who have battled a COVID infection. Researchers are still learning about memory loss from COVID, but experts like Jacqueline H. Becker, PhD, a clinical neurologist and assistant professor at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, offer their expertise based on what they do currently know.
A Generous Mom Just Broke a World Record for the Most Breast Milk Ever Donated
I argue that all moms are superheroes, but I guess I do have a particular gift. At 35 years old, I’ve recently set a Guinness World Record—for the largest donation of breast milk by an individual. Over the past nine years I’ve donated 1,599.68 liters, the equivalent of 2,253 Venti lattes or 800 two-liter bottles of Coca-Cola. (This amount does not even count the breast milk I’ve donated to-date globally, which is closer to 350,000 ounces.)
If You Have This Symptom, It Could Be the New COVID Variant, Says an Expert Doctor
Fall arrives this weekend, with virus season sweeping in soon behind. A new COVID variant is anticipated to be the most dominant strain this flu season, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). COVID EG.5—nicknamed Eris—made up about 21.5% of all cases as of early September, officially...
Research: Doing This One Thing for 90 Minutes After Your Flu or COVID Vaccine Maximizes Your Immunity
After you get your seasonal vaccinations, an immediate rest can be hard to resist—however, recent research suggests you may want to hold off on that downtime just a little while right after you get poked. (Though we fully support a gentle day following your vaccines!) A 2022 study from...
Sleeping for This Long Each Night May Reduce Heart Disease Risk, Says New Study
How annoying is the advice to get more sleep? It’s not like you don’t want a more restful night, but work deadlines and the laundry pile and a nighttime head full of busy thoughts are just a few of the reasons plenty of us miss out on sleep.
New Study: Getting These 3 Vaccines May Reduce Your Alzheimer’s Risk by 30%
‘Tis the season to make a vaccine appointment, and now you may have an even greater push to book one. Data show that those routine vaccines you get do a solid job fighting off the viruses they’re meant to target—now, new research suggests they may be doing impressive double-duty by protecting you from another illness that’s on many Americans’ minds.
This Kind of Exercise Can Reduce Men’s Cancer Risk, Says New Study
There are so many health benefits of regular exercise, and the cardiovascular health benefits often get the most attention—but a growing body of research is highlighting a link between physical fitness and lower cancer risk. Now, a new study from the University of Gothenburg in Sweden published in August 2023 in the peer-reviewed British Journal of Sports Medicine reveals a striking correlation between cardiorespiratory fitness in the teenage years and a lowered risk of several cancers in adulthood.
Actor Rainn Wilson Opens Up About Mental Health, Spirituality and His Climate Change Crusade
Rainn Wilson is widely known as one of the best comedic actors of our time for his iconic role as Dwight on The Office, but lately, the actor, writer and producer has been focused on two other roles that might prove to be just as influential. He’s become a spiritual guru to many (though he hates the label) with his New York Times best selling book Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution (Hachette Go, 2023). Wilson has also become a climate warrior (he probably won’t protest that word) as the co-founder of Climate Basecamp, an organization that tries to make the science of climate change more accessible and friendly to the public.
What Is ‘Cozy Cardio’? Here’s What Heart Doctors Are Saying About This Gentle Exercise Trend
If you’ve ever gotten into a regular exercise routine, you know exercise is good for the body and the mind. Clearly, extreme workouts aren’t for everybody—or even if you adore a good sweat, we all need a lighter day every now and then. Lately, some TikTok users have discovered a new way to get moving in a way that’s friendly to just about any lifestyle. Enter: Cozy cardio.
The Healthy @Reader’s Digest 2023-24 Vaccine Guide
After last season’s flu, COVID-19 and RSV “tripledemic,” infectious disease experts are advising caution and encouraging you to take preventive action this fall. Explore The Healthy @Reader’s Digest 2023-24 Vaccine Guide to learn which vaccinations to ask your healthcare provider about this year, get scientists’ takes on projected virus trends, and score smart tips to optimize your immune system and stay well.
I Ate Pumpkin Every Day for a Week—Here’s What Happened
According to the Farmer’s Almanac, fall breezes in a little late this year. The first day of fall comes on Saturday, September 23, when in years past it’s been known to arrive as early as September 20. Fall is the season for the senses: The colors of changing leaves, the smell of crisper air, cozy fall feels like blankets and chunky sweaters, and rich flavors—including pumpkins: Arguably the most iconic symbol of fall.
The 5 Biggest Beliefs About Getting Alzheimer’s That Aren’t True, a Gerontologist Says
If you imagine a worst-case scenario regarding your Alzheimer's risk, a doctor specializing in geriatric health might put your mind at ease. More than 6 million Americans of all ages have Alzheimer’s disease, and every 67 seconds, someone in America develops Alzheimer’s—this, according to Alzheimer’s San Diego, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. It is estimated that nearly 500,000 new cases of Alzheimer’s disease will have been diagnosed by the end of this year—but despite the prevalence of the illness, there are many misconceptions a lot of Americans maintain about signs or risks for developing Alzheimer’s.
Napping for This Long Could Reduce Your Diabetes Risk, Says Research
The pandemic might have shifted how you care for yourself, including during typical work-a-day demands…and maybe you’ve discovered that slightly looser professional parameters have granted you with a little flexibility for a short afternoon nap. Some experts suggest that if you follow a few guidelines, a small nap could actually be a way to prevent chronic disease—namely, type 2 diabetes.
New Study: Couples Need These 5 Traits in Common for a Relationship To Last
Looks like "opposites attract" is getting shot down: New research reveals the relationship characteristics that truly stand the test of time. Contrary to the old wives’ tale, opposites might not attract after all. A comprehensive analysis from researchers at the University of Colorado has sifted through over 130 traits of millions of couples spanning a century—and it will make you think about your relationship. The research challenges the age-old notion that differences are the spice of romantic life.
The FDA Is Clamping Down on at Least 6 Major Cold & Allergy Medicines—Doctors Share 8 Solutions
If you come down with the sniffles this season, you might be inspired to brainstorm a workaround for your go-to remedy. This week, a group with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unanimously voted that the most widely sold oral decongestant in the US—phenylephrine, an ingredient in nearly 300 million units of over-the-counter medications reportedly sold in 2022, according to CBS News—doesn’t really work. “Modern studies, when well conducted, are not showing any improvement in congestion with phenylephrine,” said Mark Dykewicz, MD, professor and section chief of allergy and immunology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Least effective are the oral formulations, according to the committee.
Ice-T Opens Up About His Health, the Drink He Gave Up for Good, and His Unexpected Deal with Dr. Dre
Ice-T’s got that warm persona underneath, but on the surface, he’s known for playing cool—”You don’t get named ‘Ice’ by being high-strung,” he told us. Ice-T has spent the end of summer celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop as part of LL Cool J’s F.O.R.C.E. Tour. When he got a break this past week, Ice-T reveals that he rolled up his sleeve for his annual flu shot.
Over 60 or Pregnant? Then You’ve Got To Know About This New Vaccine, Say Doctors
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently gave its nod to Abrysvo, an RSV shot that may help pregnant women protect their newborn from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The FDA recently approved this same RSV vaccine only for folks aged 60, and older as well as another vaccine called...
Here’s How You Can Get Rid of a Double Chin, Say Aesthetic Surgery Experts
What causes a double chin may be more complex than you think—making it tough to get rid of. Experts weigh in on the most effective double chin treatments. It’s fairly common to have a double chin, no matter your age or gender, says Christopher Homsy, MD, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Tufts Medical Center. Still, a 2019 study published in Dermatologic Surgery found that even a slight amount of excess chin fat was associated with negative feelings and lower self-esteem—driving an uptick in people looking to get rid of their double chin.
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