Knock yourself out! Dr. Scott Walter, a board-certified dermatologist in the Denver area, says you can count on the “cognitive shuffling” mind trick to quickly fall asleep. “It’s a way to rearrange or reorganize your thoughts similar to shuffling a deck of cards — basically, distracting your mind from conscious thought patterns that may keep you … Read more
More like cat and gown. A four-legged fixture on the campus of a New England knowledge factory has been awarded an honorary degree — for adorable service to the academic community. Max, a friendly tabby living adjacent to Vermont State University’s main entrance in Castleton was named a “doctor of litter-ature” — after spending a … Read more
Parents — you might want to be all ears for this. Dr. Tania Elliot a board-certified physician and mom-of-two from New York is warning people not to pierce their babies’ ears. Elliot is a health influencer with 96,000 followers on Instagram and is a doctor on faculty at NYU Langone Health as well as a spokesperson … Read more
An Australian doctor who was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor last year is cancer-free thanks to a first-of-its-kind treatment that he helped to develop. Richard Scolyer, a professor at the University of Sydney, revealed Monday that the incurable stage 4 glioblastoma discovered in his head has not recurred after receiving the heartbreaking diagnosis last … Read more
Try these five if you want to stay alive — longer. NYC board-certified dermatologist Charles Puza is sharing five “doctor hacks” to “stay healthy for as long as possible.” He advises wearing compression socks, avoiding over-the-counter sleep aids, sprinkling anti-fungal powder in shoes, increasing protein intake, and taking fish oil and vitamin D supplements. Puza, who … Read more
A young Australian woman has shared a humiliating experience at the doctors which left her in tears. Kelsie, 26, lives in Brisbane and went to her local GP to get a script refilled for a medication that helps her manage polycystic ovarian syndrome. She said the appointment should have been “simple and straightforward”, but instead, … Read more
Is stress about your diet eating away at you? You can extend your lifespan by consuming a healthy diet, according to a doctor. Dr. Florence Comite, an endocrinologist and founder of the New York-based Comite Center for Precision Medicine & Health told Business Insider her five diet tips for living a longer life. Dr. Florence Comite … Read more
Don’t take this advice lightly. A world-renowned ophthalmologist is offering tips for selecting and wearing sunglasses after a TikToker shared a “cautionary tale” about allegedly purchasing “cheap” sunglasses that didn’t protect against harmful UV rays. “Because I decided to buy trendy-a– sunglasses that were like $5 from Amazon, I am paying the ultimate price,” TikTok … Read more
If you’re feeling salty about your lack of sleep you may need more sodium in your diet. Dr. James DiNicolantino, a cardiovascular research scientist, shared video on Instagram about why too little salt in your diet can make you toss and turn at night. “People that were put on a low salt diet, because of … Read more
Has the secret to stress-free living been here all along? In the never-ending quest to fend off feelings of exhaustion, one craze that’s taken the wellness world by storm has ancient roots — literally. Yes, we’re talking about adaptogens, the herbs, roots and plants that will allegedly help our bodies manage stress and restore balance … Read more
Don’t get a room with an eww. NYC board-certified dermatologist Charles Puza, who studied at Harvard and Duke universities, is sharing four tips for staying in hotel rooms — check for bedbugs, avoid touching TV remotes and uncovered glassware, ignore the free toiletries, and say hi to your neighbors. “No. 1, make sure your hotel is not on the … Read more
They grow up too fast, literally. Young people might be aging faster than ever, and it could increase the risk of early on-set cancers, according to a recent study. “Multiple cancer types are becoming increasingly common among younger adults in the United States and globally,” study author Ruiyi Tian, a graduate student at Washington University … Read more
A concussion is a serious condition caused by a traumatic brain injury, or TBI. At its most severe, a concussion can result in lasting neurological issues over several months. Most concussions, however, have temporary symptoms that resolve in a few weeks, but being aware of when they occur and when you need to see a … Read more
Allergy season is here — and it’s nothing to sneeze at. If the annual bloom of spring flowers and return of warmer temps spells disaster for your health, you’re hardly alone. About 25% of adults and nearly 19% of children report having seasonal allergies, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Symptoms can … Read more
You might not be ready for this close-up. A British doctor has left TikTok users in shock after he showed what a “thin salami slice” of penis looks like beneath a microscope. Dr Karan Raj — who boasts more than 5 million followers on the social media app — posted a video featuring an amplified … Read more
Adrian Schiller, who was known for his work on “Doctor Who” and “The Last Kingdom,” died on Thursday. He was 60. The actor’s death was confirmed by his reps at the Scott Marshall Partners, who said that his family is “devastated by the loss.” “He has died far too soon, and we, his family and … Read more
Get a loaf of this. Dr. Karan Raj, a UK National Health Service surgeon and author, has shocked his TikTok followers by revealing a hack to make white bread healthier. While dietitians usually recommend axing white bread because it contains additives that cause large blood sugar spikes, Raj says freezing, thawing and then toasting a slice … Read more
Alfred Molina was first on Broadway nearly 30 years ago in “Art,” but admits he still gets butterflies when he hears the stage manager announce on a Saturday: “Ladies and Gentlemen, it’s Saturday night on Broadway!” “You kind of go, ‘F – – k! What a dream come true,” the British actor, 70, told the New … Read more
A UK millennial mom of three says her “out-of-body experiences” turned out to be a brain tumor. Kirsty Connell, 39, went to her doctor after suffering terrible headaches and frequent feelings of déjà vu — the sense of having lived through a situation before. “[The doctor] referred me to a neurologist who thought I was … Read more
Jodie Whittaker pivots from “Doctor Who” to Season 2 of the BritBox anthology series “Time,” premiering March 27. The three-part drama from Jimmy McGovern and Helen Black focuses on a year in the lives of three women — Orla (Whittaker), Abi (Tamara Lawrance) and Kelsey (“The Last of Us” star Bella Ramsey) — serving time … Read more