Hear that bump — or bang — in the night? Getting your recommended seven to nine hours of shuteye can come with complications for many, from obstructive sleep apnea to restless leg syndrome and more. Add “exploding head syndrome” to the list, a terrifyingly named yet harmless disorder that can cause quite a stir. While … Read more
A new study is challenging the conventional wisdom that a small, daily dose of alcohol might be good for your health. The research, published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, suggests that the safest amount of alcohol to consume is actually none at all. If adults do choose to drink, the team of scientists … Read more
This news is off the rocker. “If you’re wondering what the quickest way to end up in a nursing home is, I’ll tell you what I see every week,” physical therapist John Thompson (@thefalldoc), who specializes in home healthcare. While you might be thinking the culprit is a bad fall, Thompson says the harm comes … Read more
When it comes to infidelity in relationships — cheating partners are getting sneakier and sneakier. Oftentimes, suspicious partners will look through a person’s text messages, emails or other messaging systems to catch them in the act. In doing so, private investigator Paul Jones from ARF Private Investigators shared with The Sun specific clues to be on … Read more
While some cases of Parkinson’s disease are genetic, the vast majority have no known cause. Now, scientists have discovered that a virus that has flown under the radar for years might be a potential contributor to the neurodegenerative disorder. “We wanted to investigate potential environmental factors – such as viruses – that might contribute to … Read more
It’s just doggone bad luck. Doctors discovered a cyst twice the size of a tennis ball in the pelvis of a pregnant woman who was rushed to the hospital following months of abdominal pain. One veterinarian has issued a warning over a habit treasured by dog owners over fear of tapeworm infection. Ben Ali et … Read more
Hollywood legend Val Kilmer has died at 65 from pneumonia following a decade-long health battle. The actor was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014 and subsequently underwent chemotherapy, radiation and two tracheotomies that permanently affected his ability to speak and breath naturally. While Kilmer was eventually declared cancer-free, he spoke publicly about the lasting effects … Read more
This mama has a hot safety tip. Emily Perna, a married mother of two, is warning fellow parents about the fiery dangers of baby mirrors and car seats in extreme heat. “I was unloading Luca out of his car seat today for Bible Study,” said Perna of West Virginia in her trending Facebook bulletin. “And … Read more
In 2018, an emaciated male body was found in the Florida wilderness. Blood work showed that he was healthy, with no drugs in his system beyond Tylenol. Among his belongings were food and money, but no phone. The man had been hiking the Appalachian Trail. Several hikers recalled encountering him within the eight months before … Read more
A Sydney, Australia woman who found a mound of baked beans in her mailbox may have uncovered a sinister new trend in her quiet community. Margaret Khursigara was stunned to find her letterbox overflowing with beans when she checked her mail on Saturday morning. Confused by the strange delivery at her West Pennant Hills cul-de-sac … Read more