Poll finds 31% of older adults don’t know of any crisis line, and 69% haven’t heard of 988; lowest awareness is among men and Hispanic adults, who have high or rising suicide rates
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Marigolds Could Be the Next Big Source of Plant-Based Protein
As demand for new plant-based protein sources grows, a new study suggests the next big thing may be in a pot in your backyard: marigolds.
As demand for new plant-based protein sources grows, a new study suggests the next big thing may be in a pot in your backyard: marigolds.
Understanding Your Emotional Landscape
Every emotion signals something about your experience.
Every emotion signals something about your experience.
Stress Affects Health More Than You Think
You may think that stress just makes you feel bad emotionally, and maybe tired and hopeless, but stress affects your health in many more ways.
You may think that stress just makes you feel bad emotionally, and maybe tired and hopeless, but stress affects your health in many more ways.
Column: What’s It Like to Travel for Medical Care? I Crossed the Border to Find Out
Earlier this year, I happened to see a social media video depicting Tijuana as a medical paradise for aging Americans, who were shown walking across the border on their way to the doctor.
Earlier this year, I happened to see a social media video depicting Tijuana as a medical paradise for aging Americans, who were shown walking across the border on their way to the doctor.
The Cost of Neurophobia in Canadian Medical Training
We have mapped the stars, descended into the ocean depths, yet the human brain remains one of the greatest mysteries humans have encountered.
We have mapped the stars, descended into the ocean depths, yet the human brain remains one of the greatest mysteries humans have encountered.
A New Clue for Aging Eyes
For vision, faded letters may be early warnings
For vision, faded letters may be early warnings
‘Man Boobs’ Searches Top 300,000 a Month as Expert Explains When Chest Changes Are Normal
New data shows millions of men are searching for answers about chest changes, but Many still Don’t know the difference between normal tissue, gynaecomastia and the warning signs of breast cancer.
New data shows millions of men are searching for answers about chest changes, but Many still Don’t know the difference between normal tissue, gynaecomastia and the warning signs of breast cancer.
Heat Waves Can Leave Homes Dangerously Hot – Even for Young, Healthy Adults
Most people know that heat waves can be dangerous, but what they may not realize is that the heat indoors can be much worse than outdoors.
Most people know that heat waves can be dangerous, but what they may not realize is that the heat indoors can be much worse than outdoors.
Why Concerns About Tap Water Quality Are Getting Harder to Ignore
Emerging contaminants and evolving research are raising new concerns about tap water safety beyond current drinking water regulations.
Emerging contaminants and evolving research are raising new concerns about tap water safety beyond current drinking water regulations.
Why More Men Are Finally Talking to Someone — And What No One Tells You Before the First Session
The real barrier isn't therapy. It's the first five minutes of therapy.
The real barrier isn’t therapy. It’s the first five minutes of therapy.
Why Every Food Ingredient Has a Story About the Future of Health
There was a time when food only had to do one thing: Fill you up and get you through the day.
— Breakfast fueled your day. Lunch was about refueling. Dinner was about being together with family or friends. Today, the job description for food is much, much longer. It’s not enough to ask yourself, “Does this taste good?” Eating something often has to help you stay alert through places that drain your energy, support your…
My Periodic PSA About the Effects of Second and Third Hand Smoke on Non-Smokers
Smoking is optional, breathing isn't
A periodic PSA for those who smoke. Just got back from Urgent Care after a week of trying to manage my COPD symptoms on my own. I can go months without any signs of it, can go to the gym 4-5 times a week and can walk without huffing and puffing. I was doing alright…
Opinion: California Measures Falls in Nursing Homes. It Still Doesn’t Measure Whether Residents Can Walk
California tracks nursing home falls but overlooks residents’ mobility, despite walking ability being a key measure of recovery and independence.
California tracks nursing home falls but overlooks residents’ mobility, despite walking ability being a key measure of recovery and independence.
A Common Virus Can Trigger Parkinson’s-Like Brain Damage
A new study shows that a common virus can induce Parkinson’s-like brain damage and movement problems.
A new study shows that a common virus can induce Parkinson’s-like brain damage and movement problems.
My Search for a Psychiatric Bed in an Overburdened Health System
A nationwide shortage of psychiatric beds leaves patients waiting in emergency rooms, worsening mental health crises and straining hospitals.
A nationwide shortage of psychiatric beds leaves patients waiting in emergency rooms, worsening mental health crises and straining hospitals.