Imagine having a beautiful new baby but feeling overwhelmed, sad, or even thinking about harming yourself. This is what postpartum depression feels like. Katherine Schiefer, a 35-year-old lawyer, was diagnosed with it after her husband noticed her suicidal thoughts. She's not alone. One in eight new
You might think the solution to homelessness is simple – just provide housing. But it's not that easy. Homelessness is a big, complicated problem that affects our whole society. That's why solving it takes time and effort. On September 23, 2024, the City of Kingston held an open house to talk about
The Oura Ring isn't just a fancy accessory; it's a $350 wearable that promises to improve your health. This ring tracks your sleep, heart rate, and even reproductive health. But is it worth the price tag, plus an extra $6 monthly fee? Let's dive in. The Oura Ring is marketed as a health marvel, but
Imagine this: a man, 57, is having a really tough time mentally. He's standing on a ledge above train tracks in downtown Seattle. Cops are trying to talk him down, but a train is already heading their way. Suddenly, he slips and falls 25 feet onto the tracks. The cops don't think twice. They jump on
As the weather cools down, many of us reach for a pumpkin spice latte. But did you know that these seasonal treats can be packed with empty calories? Beth Czerwony, a registered dietitian, explains that liquid calories don't fill us up as much as solid food. So, what can we do to enjoy our favorite
Meet Richard Pawuski, a former personal trainer who loved his new backyard in Colchester, Connecticut. In August 2019, while clearing leaves, he was bitten by a mosquito. Days later, he noticed a strange bump and intense headaches. Doctors diagnosed him with Eastern equine encephalitis (Triple E), a
Former President Donald Trump made headlines during a recent gathering in Georgia. He used the platform to openly criticize Nancy Pelosi, the former House Speaker, and her husband, Paul Pelosi. Trump didn't hold back, labeling them as threats to the country. He dismissed those who thought his statem
Imagine a bunch of health-conscious folks and parents gathering outside Kellogg's HQ in Michigan. They're not happy with the colorful stuff in their kids' cereal. We're talking about artificial dyes and preservatives in Froot Loops and Apple Jacks. They've got over 400,000 signatures on petitions, d
In the heart of eastern Congo, near the bustling city of Goma, lies an unseen battle. It's not fought with guns or bombs, but in the minds of those trapped in displacement camps. Years of conflict have taken a heavy toll on mental health. People like Nelly Shukuru, a 51-year-old mother of six, found
Imagine thousands of surgery centers spread across the U.S., performing millions of procedures each year. These aren't traditional hospitals, but ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). They specialize in less invasive surgeries that let patients go home the same day. Over 9,000 of these ASCs are active,
