A majority of Americans believe software updates are making their devices worse, not better, according to new research. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found a majority (54 percent) believe it’s done to push them towards premium features or device upgrades. And just as many (55 percent) believe updates are designed to only make sense … Read more
Almost 60% of young adults have moved back home at some point, but they don’t see it as a failure to launch. They see it as financially savvy. That the path to full independent living is increasingly an ongoing process, strewn with periods of moving out and then back in, is the conclusion of a new survey from … Read more
More than half of Americans (56%) admitted they regularly purchase shoes they later regret because of how uncomfortable they are. That’s no small problem when you consider the average person takes almost three million steps and walks nearly 1,200 miles per year, according to a new survey of 2,000 Americans evenly split by generation. That … Read more
Research now shows that mosquitoes may bite the hand that feeds them Deet — at least in time. The commonly used chemical — which is the gold standard ingredient approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to act as a mosquito repellent — has recently been shown to potentially attract the pesky insects, as they’ve … Read more
By the age of 32, Americans plan their social calendars around their sleep schedules. That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 general population Americans, which revealed the average respondent will start prioritizing their sleep over plans with loved ones in their early thirties. But instead of just saying “no” when a plan would interfere … Read more
Popular glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) weight-loss drugs may help slow the spread of some cancers, according to new research to be presented at a major medical conference. Research led by Cleveland Clinic found that the medications may reduce the spread of several obesity-related cancers, including lung, breast, colorectal and liver cancers. The findings will be presented at the 2026 ASCO … Read more
The American Cancer Society (ACS) has updated its guidelines for colorectal cancer screening. The organization released the update in its flagship journal on Wednesday, noting that the new recommendations “re-affirm” that adults at average risk should be screened for colorectal cancer at age 45 and continue through 75, for those with a life expectancy greater than 10 … Read more
One and done? Pharma giant Eli Lilly announced Monday that its gene-editing therapy can reduce LDL (“bad”) cholesterol by up to 62% with a single infusion. Not only was the experimental treatment successful, but the results were still apparent in some participants 18 months after they received the dose. VERVE-102 may be a revolutionary treatment … Read more
Americans love cheese, and many see it as a good source of protein, according to a new survey. With 52% self-identifying as “cheese-obsessed” in the poll, Americans’ love of cheese is well established, but new research suggests it’s playing an even bigger role in how people think about food today. The survey of 5,000 Americans … Read more
Quinoa may have met its match. An ancient grain from the Middle East, freekeh may not be as well-known as other superstar grains. But its nutritional profile matches up in several ways, and even gives quinoa a run for its money in some essential nutrient content that boosts your brain, metabolism and more. The nutritional … Read more
Researchers found unusually high hantavirus levels in rodents in the Pacific Northwest, suggesting greater exposure risk in the surrounding agricultural communities. The area with the biggest prevalence is the Palouse region, which includes parts of eastern Washington and north-central Idaho in the Pacific Northwest. Researchers from Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine found unexpectedly high levels … Read more
From going into labor on the first day of a new job to miscalculating bubble guts, a new survey has unveiled the real stories of womanhood. That’s according to a poll of 2,000 women ages 25 to 44, which asked them to get candid about what, when, where, why, and how about everything that goes … Read more
Boys like big butts, and they cannot lie. Thanks to shows like “Heated Rivalry,” which gave ample screen time to the derrière, men aren’t aiming for washboard abs or bulging biceps at the gym — it’s all about thick thighs and a “hockey butt.” The obsession with a bootylicious behind extends beyond aesthetics. Turns out … Read more
The “real” start of summer is May 21, according to the average American. A survey of 5,000 Americans evenly split by state found 92% are in “summer mode” well before the season begins. Even with the season soon approaching, Americans aren’t quite ready to go full “summer mode,” with the average respondent feeling only 67% … Read more
Less is more in the case of this cancer treatment. The most common form of cancer among men in the US, after skin cancer, prostate cancer often comes with traditional treatments that cause difficult side effects. Now, a recent study may have found a potentially easier, less disruptive and more effective way to treat the … Read more
An insightful new technology has been developed for treating depression. While millions of adults in the US use antidepressants like Prozac, the side effects — like weight gain or sexual dysfunction — can make the medications an uncomfortable option. However, a new, drug-free treatment delivered eye-opening results that were as effective as one of the … Read more
An inconsistent cup of coffee can make or break your day — but new research is shedding light on just how the industry can dial up the production process for a more reliable flavor. University of Oregon researchers repurposed a tool called a potentiostat, typically used to test batteries, to send an electrical current through coffee. Through … Read more
Knotty girls could face a brush with disaster. Hair maintenance is an all-too-important, albeit tricky form of self-care that, if mishandled, could leave folks with spilt ends, warns a new, hair-raising report. Rather than traumatizing one’s tresses with excessive heat — which causes hair to become brittle — followed by immediate brushing, researchers from the University of Dublin suggest … Read more
The cycle of mischaracterization is finally being broken. Around 170 million women worldwide struggle with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal and metabolic disorder that causes infertility, acne, excessive hair growth, obesity and irregular periods. Now, the condition is undergoing a much-needed name change to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), a term that medical experts … Read more
The fun drought is real, and it’s here — a new study has found that one in two Americans is massively lacking in the amount of fun in their lives. The state-by-state poll of 5,000 U.S. adults found 48% of the nation feels like their overall life is currently lacking in fun. And 12% can’t … Read more