Snowflake disease is no laughing matter. While the term “snowflake” has been used to mock a fragile person who melts easily, it’s also a nickname for a rare neuromuscular disease. The condition causes the body to break down and become weak — and treatment is difficult as it becomes more complicated over the years. Myasthenia … Read more
Talk about a slumber setback. It’s not just when you go to bed, but how your head hits the pillow that can significantly influence several aspects of your well-being, from breathing and digestion to spine alignment. And while many prefer two pillows to get a good night’s rest, some people may want to reconsider that … Read more
More than one in five Americans haven’t visited the optometrist in at least a year (22%) and another 15% “can’t remember” the last time they did so, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults looked at how respondents understand the importance of eye health and preventative care, finding that Gen Z is … Read more
Dave Nitsche was a healthy triathlete — until a bizarre vision problem in 2019 stopped him in his tracks. “I would look at telephone poles … they seemed kind of wavy,” Nitsche, a father of two and grandfather of one, told The Post. He went to an optometrist, who suspected a detached retina and urged … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I’m an ophthalmologist, a physician who specializes in medical and surgical eye care, and I’m hoping you can help me debunk a common myth about eye health. Many assume eye disease happens only to older adults. While age does increase the risk of developing certain vision-threatening diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma … Read more
Cancer treatments are going hog wild. While a rare and aggressive form of eye cancer that often affects babies and young children, retinoblastoma (RB) can be difficult to treat due to the barrier surrounding the eye. However, a new and more effective method, harnessed from an unlikely part of pigs, may offer a safer way to … Read more
Talk about a sight for sore eyes. A California drugmaker is pulling more than three million bottles of eye drops from the shelves of major pharmacy chains and grocery stores nationwide over potential safety concerns. The FDA announced this week that K.C. Pharmaceuticals, Inc. voluntarily recalled the products and is urging consumers to stop using … Read more
Dementia is anything but fast — in fact, it’s often described as the “long goodbye.” Over 6 million Americans have the profoundly slow disease, which tends to take years, or even decades, to unfold. The largely irreversible condition gradually erodes personality, cognitive abilities and physical mobility. The good news is that there are lifestyle changes … Read more
Looking to fix your problems in the blink of an eye? Spraying an acid onto your peepers isn’t exactly intuitive. But it might be just the thing you need to keep yourself free of styes and eye infections. Skincare influencers have been overflowing with praise for an acid spray that’s mild enough to apply to the … Read more
As people age, vision naturally declines, and the risk of eye conditions increases. That includes age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a condition that typically occurs in patients older than 50. AMD is one of the leading causes of vision loss among adults over 60 and impacts millions of Americans, according to the American Macular Degeneration Foundation. The condition degrades … Read more
From teen pregnancy to porn – and now, public office. “Teen Mom” alum and OnlyFans star Farrah Abraham’s political ambitions are already causing whiplash. The reality TV lightning rod jumped into the race for Austin, Texas mayor earlier this week – only to pull out hours later after learning on live TV that the election … Read more
Time for an office space makeover — and your body will thank you. With more and more people returning to the office, we may want to give our cubicles and desk spaces a second look, as they could be destroying our well-being. However, swapping a few key items could bring a host of long-term health … Read more
Michael Rapaport is setting his sights on a new career path. The 55-year-old actor announced on the Monday, Jan. 5 episode of his “I Am Rapaport” podcast that he plans on running for mayor of New York City in 2029, stating, “My name is Michael Rapaport, a.k.a. Mayor Rapaport. Mr. Mayor Rapaport.” “Let me tell you something, guys, … Read more
“Who’s Line Is It Anyway?” star Colin Mochrie is undergoing emergency surgery for a serious eye condition, forcing him to postpone dates on his comedy tour. The 68-year-old comedian’s health crisis was revealed Friday in an Instagram statement shared by Mochrie, his tour partner Asad Mecci, and the account for their hypnosis and improv comedy … Read more
Dick Van Dyke just turned 100 — and he’s still stealing the show. The legendary song-and-dance man officially became a centenarian on Dec. 13, a rare feat for a star whose career has delighted fans on the big and small screens for more than seven decades. “The funniest thing is, it’s not enough. A hundred … Read more
This might be the eye-deal way to tackle old trauma. New data from Zocdoc reveals that there has been an 80% increase in the number of US women booking appointments for a unique form of therapy hyped by A-listers. “Love it. Saved my life,” Miley Cyrus told The New York Times in May. Pop icon … Read more
“Ozempic body” is the new “heroin chic” in the world of celebrity — and the fact that it’s trickling down to the masses should concern everyone. When I scroll through post after post featuring celebs shrinking away — most aggressively, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo through the “Wicked: For Good” press tour — my stomach … Read more
London is weighing whether to implement a new tourist tax targeting overnight guests. Mayor Sadiq Khan is reportedly looking into charging overnight visitors a tax on stays at hotels and short-term rentals. “The mayor has been clear [about considering] a modest tourist levy, similar to other international cities,” a spokesperson for the mayor of London told the … Read more
As the holidays begin, Jenny McCarthy is getting candid on a serious health issue. “I’ve had nine surgeries this year, on my mouth. I had one infection that turned into another and another, and then I had these growths show up on my eyeballs,” the actress, 53, revealed to People ahead of Thanksgiving. It all … Read more
May flowers bring November showers for these intrepid biologists. A flower hunter was moved to tears after encountering a super-rare species of bloom in Sumatra, Indonesia, marking the culmination of an over-decade-long plant pilgrimage. The movement moment was captured in an Instagram video blossoming online. “Moments like this are electric,” Dr. Chris Thorogood, an Associate … Read more