We’ve been saying it for years! And finally, Congress is listening… maybe. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) hosted a Congressional “roundtable” discussion with a dozen doctors and other experts from the health & wellness world. Max Lugavere, Dr. Casey Means, Dr. Marty Makary among them. But it was Jillian Michaels, best known for her role as…
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No doubt, you’ve heard of the Mediterranean and DASH diets and their incredible benefits. They get mentioned regularly on Generation Health & Joe talked about them for years on Ask the Pharmacist. That got researchers curious what would happen if they were combined into a hybrid they’re calling the MIND diet. Prepare to meet your…
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The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges to healthcare, including cancer diagnosis and treatment. One concerning trend is the lower-than-expected cancer diagnosis rates attributed to the pandemic’s impact on healthcare systems and patient behavior. A recent US population-based cross-sectional study revealed that cancer diagnosis rates improved in 2021 after significant disruptions caused by the pandemic.…
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Our worldwide community is facing an alarming “hidden hunger” that affects more than two-thirds of people, resulting in deficiencies in crucial nutrients and potentially causing severe health problems. Researchers have uncovered a troubling truth about global malnutrition: billions of people are not getting enough of several essential vitamins and minerals in their diets. The study,…
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COVID has been upgraded — or downgraded — depending on how you look at it. After more than four years since SARS-CoV-2 caused a savage global pandemic, U.S. health officials now consider COVID-19 to be an endemic disease. Aaron Hall, deputy director for science at the CDC’s coronavirus and other respiratory viruses division, has said,…
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The new school year has started, and with it may come new anxieties, fears, concerns, and expectations for your kiddo. It can be overwhelming for everyone. But it doesn’t have to be. To help families ease the transition, NPR’s Life Kit asked teachers, pediatricians, and child development experts for their best back-to-school advice. We’ve added…
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Stick out your tongue and say, “AHHH.” Now, take a picture of it…with your computer camera. No, we’re not joking. Your tongue could be key to early disease detection. An AI program can identify ailments from tongue scans with nearly 97% accuracy. Researchers from Australia and Iraq have developed a cutting-edge system that can diagnose…
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This is alarming news for the over 100 million women who use tampons during their menstrual cycle: Toxic metals have been found in tampons. Tampons have generally been considered safe and healthy products. Granted, women who use tampons may be at higher risk for toxic shock syndrome if they are used incorrectly or left in…
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At least 50 million Americans will go to the beach this summer. A growing number of them are becoming concerned about the safety and effectiveness of the sunscreens they are using… And they have valid reasons to be worried! Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the country, and protecting against sun damage…
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You’ve undoubtedly heard the sad news by now: Richard Simmons, known for his seriously short shorts, sparkly tank tops, and frizzy hair, passed away at his home in Los Angeles at the age of 76. He was a universally recognized and beloved fitness personality and icon for over 50 years. Simmons created a fitness empire…
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