Life is busy. There's work, family, friends, and personal time to manage. Trying to balance everything can feel overwhelming. But balance isn't about doing everything perfectly. It's about creating a life that can handle the ups and downs. First, let's rethink what balance means. It's not about giv
Women between the ages of 18 and 45 who are overweight or obese face a significant health challenge: a higher risk of developing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This condition affects how a woman's ovaries work and can lead to various health issues, including difficulty getting pregnant. To tackle
A local hospital and a major insurance company have finally agreed on how much the insurer will pay the hospital for services. This deal means that people with insurance from Cigna can still see doctors and get treatment at Augusta Health without any interruptions. The hospital had been unhappy wit
Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, has been on a remarkable weight loss journey. He has lost an impressive 275 pounds since 2022. This is not just about looking better; it's about feeling better and living a healthier life. Jelly Roll has been open about his struggles with weight for year
The flu is making a strong comeback this season. The CDC has labeled the 2025-26 flu season as "moderately severe. " This is a big jump from last year's numbers. So far, there have been at least 11 million illnesses, 120, 000 hospitalizations, and 5, 000 deaths. Last year, the numbers were much lowe
The U. S. has made some big changes to its childhood vaccine schedule. Starting now, four vaccines won't be on the standard list. Instead, parents and doctors will decide together if kids need them. These vaccines are for rotavirus, flu, meningococcal disease, and hepatitis A. This isn't the usual
In Kampala, Uganda, young refugees face big challenges when it comes to protecting themselves from HIV. A recent study looked at 330 young refugees aged 16 to 24. It found that only a small group, about one in five, used condoms regularly. But over half had access to HIV self-testing kits, and half
In Europe, there's a big problem. Not everyone gets the same help for heart issues. This is especially true in the south. Even though there are new tools to help hearts work better, not everyone can use them. These tools are called LVADs. They stand for left ventricular assist devices. They help he
The U. S. is seeing a big change in how obesity is treated. Novo Nordisk has just launched the first-ever GLP-1 pill for weight loss. This pill, called Wegovy, is a game-changer because it's much cheaper than the usual weekly injections. The price ranges from $149 to $299 per month, depending on the
The workers at Portland's wastewater treatment plant are doing a tough job. They are dealing with an old plant that needs a lot of care. The plant was built a long time ago. It wasn't made for the kind of waste we have today. There's more of it, and it's more complicated. These workers are handling
