Monthly Archives: October 2023

8 Things To Know About Your Body’s Energy Levels

If you have low energy or feel fatigued, learn the potential causes and tips for boosting your body’s energy levels. Many of us find ourselves struggling with energy levels in our fast-paced, caffeine-fueled lives. However, it doesn’t have to be this way. According to Dr. Nada Milosavljevic, the former director of the Integrative Health Program […]

Osteoarthritis Projected to Impact Nearly 1 Billion People By 2050, Study Predicts

Osteoarthritis, often referred to as OA, is poised to become a formidable global health challenge. Recent research has painted a stark picture of the future, with projections indicating that nearly one billion people will be grappling with osteoarthritis by the year 2050. This alarming prediction has sent ripples through the medical community, necessitating a closer […]

10 Common Health Problems To Watch for After Age 40

What to expect—and your best strategies for prevention. Entering your forties is a significant milestone, often met with mixed feelings. It’s a time when you may reflect on the journey of life and consider your health more seriously than before. While many individuals sail through their first four decades without major health concerns, your forties […]

Israel-Hamas War: ‘Bibi, you have blood on your hands,’ Israelis staged protest against PM Benjamin Netanyahu

Amid the Israel-Hamas war, numerous individuals who are showing support for the hostages and their families are currently engaged in protests, expressing their dissatisfaction with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s management of the crisis. As reported by The Times of Israel, Levy, 62, a protestor, from Tel Aviv, said “I want Benjamin Netanyahu and all […]

What Happens to Your Body on Ozempic?

Experts caution against using the medication as a quick solution to weight loss. Semaglutide, known by its brand names Ozempic and Wegovy, has gained significant attention and popularity in the realm of wellness and health. Ozempic is primarily prescribed as a treatment for type 2 diabetes, while Wegovy is intended for weight management in adults […]

Rise in travel-related Cryptosporidium cases prompts warning

Irish health officials have issued a warning after recording a rise in cryptosporidium infections in people returning from abroad. The Health Service Executive (HSE) in Ireland said increased levels of cryptosporidiosis have been reported from areas of Spain, including Salou in Catalonia, in the past month. A parasite causes the infection, and symptoms include diarrhea and […]

Why Your Ears May Be Clogged, and How to Fix It

Clogged ears can be a bothersome and uncomfortable experience, often caused by a variety of factors such as earwax buildup, Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD), allergies, changes in air pressure, or even infections like swimmer’s ear. While clogged ears typically resolve on their own within hours or days, the duration and severity of the issue largely […]

How to Get Water Out of Your Ear

Here are a few tips backed by experts. Getting water trapped in your ear canal is an experience that many of us have encountered at some point, and it can be rather uncomfortable. This issue can arise after any form of water exposure, and its presence is usually indicated by a tickling sensation within the […]

Does Ozempic Affect You Differently Depending on Your Age?

Ozempic, a prescription medication primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes, has made waves in recent years for an unexpected side effect – significant weight loss. This unintended effect has catapulted Ozempic into the spotlight, with social media platforms like TikTok buzzing with discussions about its potential for shedding excess pounds. Celebrities and influencers have […]

Fat Like Me? 3 Reasons You Should Be Happy Obesity Is a Disease

I want my doctor to talk to me about my weight. Each year, I conscientiously attend my annual medical checkup, hoping for a candid conversation with my doctor about my weight. Unfortunately, it seldom happens. While my physician takes care of other aspects of my health, such as family history-related colonoscopies and monitoring my cholesterol […]