Athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics are sleeping on cardboard bed frames for the second summer games in a row. First introduced at Tokyo 2020, the cardboard beds have made a comeback as an environmentally friendly solution in the Olympic Village, according to reports. The athletes can extend the beds to accommodate their size and...
Aspirin is widely known for its heart attack prevention benefits, but a new study has also linked the common drug to a reduced risk of colorectal cancer. The study analyzed data from 107,655 men and women who participated in the Nurses’ Health Study and the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study over a three-decade span. It was...
While dehydration is often associated with being thirsty, that’s not the only warning sign our bodies share with us. The condition can occur when you use or lose more fluid than you take in, which can impact the body’s ability to perform its normal functions, say experts. The body loses fluids and water through sweating...
Screening for the second leading cause of cancer deaths just got a bit easier. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the approval of a new blood test for colorectal cancer (CRC). Shield, made by Guardant Health in California, is the first approved blood test that is considered a primary screening option for the...
An Ohio bride who is a fitness enthusiast went viral on social media platforms for her pre-wedding pump session ahead of taking her walk down the aisle. While honeymooning on the Amalfi Coast with her new husband, the newlyweds received word from their wedding content creator that one of the videos posted to TikTok had...
Exposure to wildfire smoke could increase the risk of dementia, researchers have discovered. A 10-year study of more than 1.2 million people in southern California — an area experiencing frequent wildfire activity — found that wildfire smoke can be “particularly hazardous” for brain health. The Alzheimer’s Association announced the findings during the Alzheimer’s Association International...
Those who play pickleball are known to gain physical and cognitive benefits from the activity — but for one Florida woman, the fast-growing game also helped to save her sight. Linda Corcoran, 79, an avid pickleball player and great-grandmother, has been playing the paddle sport three times a week for the past four or five...
Heading into the hottest part of summer, many people are looking for ways to stay fresh and clean amid high temperatures. When preparing for summer activities, following some simple personal hygiene tips can make a big difference, according to dermatologists. From skin and hair maintenance to sleep routines and fragrances, below are some recommendations from...
The key to staying hydrated during the hot summer months is drinking plenty of water — but different foods can provide ample hydration, too. Failing to eat the right foods can cause a water imbalance, particularly in high temperatures, according to registered dietitian and Trimly coach Kim Shapira in Los Angeles. “Higher temperatures and outdoor...
Tracking the UV has become a trend among some young adults — namely members of Gen Z, who are looking for optimal sun exposure. The UV index is a daily forecast that measures the intensity of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. The numbers range from 1, the lowest exposure, to 11+, which indicates extreme...
