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In September, 865,000 American women quit working permanently or indefinitely, compared to just 216,000 men. The toll of COVID-19 is so much wider than physical health, and that toll is being paid overwhelmingly by women, who are both more likely to work in industries impacted by the pandemic and more likely to find themselves saddled […]
Pride Month is celebrated every June. It is a celebration of LGBTQIA+ identity and the freedom, beauty and wonder that comes from simply loving who you want to love, no matter how you express your gender. LGBTQIA+ Pride month is meant to celebrate the dignity and joy in representation of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, […]
Cramps, bloating, leaks—periods can suck. Especially if you’re one of the many who face period poverty. Period poverty is a term coined to describe how economic factors can prevent access to menstrual products, and it’s all too common across the world. That’s why, in celebration of Menstrual Hygiene Month, we’re trying to do something about […]
As new data and insights about the relationship between physical, mental, and behavioral health emerge, it’s become clear: treating the whole person’s health is better for the individual and can have indirect benefits to your business. Given that May is Mental Health Awareness Month, there is no more important time to highlight the importance of […]
Dr. Paul Giotopoulos of Quaker Ridge Dental Source: Dr. Paul Giotopoulos of Quaker Ridge Dental The health care sector lost a record 1.4 million jobs in April led by more than half a million job cuts at dentist offices according to the Labor Department, as the coronavirus pandemic kept most non-emergency health care services on […]
Let’s be real for a sec: Weight loss isn’t always easy. Often times it’s trial and error to find what sort of diet and exercise plan works best for you. And even once you figure that out, you still might find that your bod just isn’t responding to the changes you’ve made. That’s because the process of shedding weight […]
This Celeb-Loved Retinol Launched Last Month on Sephora.com and Now It Has a 5,000-Person Wait List – NewBeauty Skip to content If you were surfing Instagram in the past month (and who hasn’t been?), you might have noticed a tiny shift in positive content in the way of some very big skin-care news: Celebrity aesthetician […]
As the number of U.S. deaths swiftly approaches 50,000, attention has turned to states that are attempting to reopen to spur economic growth. Some U.S. governors have begun easing restrictions despite warnings from world health officials that it may be too soon to do so without sparking a second wave of Covid-19 infections. This is CNBC’s […]
Aside from getting dolled up for a Zoom team meeting here and there, it’s likely that you aren’t wearing makeup (or maybe just less) while social distancing these days. It would make sense in theory that giving skin a little break from the blush and bronzer is beneficial every once in a while, but how, […]
I have stopped taking the Pill for 4 years now and my periods were regular, my average cycle was 35 days. I have a history of ovarian cysts and mild endometriosis which was treated by a key hole surgery. Should I call my doctor? I don’t want to seem like I’m being dramatic at a […]
Here’s What Happened When I Used Only Conditioner for a Month – Health Top Navigation Close Explore Health Profile Menu Follow us Close Share options Close View image Here’s What Happened When I Used Only Conditioner for a Month this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Let’s […]
The time has come to cut back. iStock/mactrunk By now, you’ve probably heard of studies linking social media use to lower self-esteem and more jealousy—but that doesn’t mean you’re doomed to feel that way forever. Quitting Facebook for just a week could improve mental health, according to a study in the journal Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and […]
Plan to purchase your fruits and vegetables during their peak seasons, and you’ll not only enjoy them more, you’ll save money while maximizing nutrition. Think of the experience of a perfectly ripe, juicy summer tomato—rich red color, perfect consistency, bursting with flavor. Buying in season makes all fruits and vegetables more enjoyable—and that’s not the […]
A Bangladeshi woman has given birth to twins almost one month after delivering a premature baby boy, her doctor told the BBC. Arifa Sultana, 20, gave birth to a baby in late February, but 26 days later was rushed again to another hospital after feeling pain in her stomach. Doctors found she was still pregnant […]
No surprise, with so many foods verboten: Some of your tried-and-true meal ideas won't fly. For some vegan newbies, that's a delight. “I like the challenge of thinking of how to make a meal. I’ve discovered new ingredients and don’t feel restricted,” says Abramian. “Personally, I think it’s exciting to try new foods,” agrees Rizzo. […]