When it comes to severe medical situations, emergency medicine doctors see it all. They’re the physicians who folks of all ages rush to when something serious goes wrong. But just what does “serious” mean? What kinds of pain constitute a visit to the emergency department? Experts say that it’s a hard question to answer. “Unfortunately, […]
In the self-checkout, my 3-year-old son Joey insists on helping me scan our groceries. He moves in slow motion, his tiny hands fumbling with the bag of clementines, the fruit snacks, the milk. The line behind us is growing. I can feel the weight of impatient eyes, hear the exaggerated sighs. “We have to hurry […]
The experts consulted for this story do not necessarily endorse the products ahead unless otherwise noted. Pets who don’t receive regular dental hygiene care are at greater risk of heart and kidney problems and periodontal disease. Yet it can be a real hurdle trying to convince your pet to tolerate tooth brushing. Thankfully, for pets […]
Most of us have made a comment at one time or another without thinking much about its impact ― especially when it comes to kids. Case in point: It’s fairly common for adults to tell well-behaved children they’re “mature for their age.” And while the phrase itself isn’t harmful, the message can sometimes carry a […]
If, culturally, you thought we left “the R-word” back in the late ’90s, you’d unfortunately be wrong. Elon Musk, President Donald Trump’s buddy-in-chief and the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, is among those who uses the slur regularly: In the past year, Musk, has used “retarded” as an insult at least a dozen times on […]
“The curiosity is understandable — completely so. But leading with those four little words shows little understanding of the injustices built into the system.” Read more
Walking remains an accessible and popular exercise for many reasons — you don’t need any fancy equipment, it’s good for your heart health, helps you sleep better, feel better and is a simple way to get your daily dose of fresh air. There are plenty of methods that can help keep your walks engaging and […]
More and more people are becoming infected in the ongoing measles outbreak in West Texas, New Mexico and beyond, as more than 300 people have tested positive for the illness. The disease has killed one unvaccinated child in Texas and is suspected in the death of an unvaccinated adult in New Mexico. Health and Human […]
You’ve probably been asked if you’re an extrovert or an introvert. Maybe you even categorize yourself as one or the other. While many people associate extroversion with outgoingness and introversion with shyness, there is more to the personality types than that. “It really depends on where we find our rest. If isolation or time to […]
Stanley’s insulated stainless steel tumblers are praised for their quality and temperature regulation. Yet, even the most devoted fans will tell you — the iconic, 40-ounce Quencher leaks. While this internet-famous cup is great to keep on your desk, you can’t throw it in your bag. Until now. If you’re looking for the ice retention […]