Experts have warned that getting a tattoo could increase someone’s risk of blood cancer by 21 percent. Researchers from Lynd University in Sweden have discovered a potential link between tattoos and cancer developing in the lymphatic system. Their findings are part of a push to find out the potential impact of tattoos on the body … Read more
NEW YORK (PIX11) — There are 101,000 centenarians living in the United States, according to U.S. Census figures. Two of them live on Staten Island. At 100 years old, Gloria Aquaro is still a romantic who exudes the spunk and energy of a woman half her age. Her husband Anthony, 103, says his love is … Read more
Beauty enthusiasts are being warned to give a wide berth to an emerging anti-ageing fad, as a specialist argues it’s not all it’s cracked up to be. From the bizarre snail slime facials to unbelievable salmon DNA injections, social media platforms like TikTok are awash with unconventional methods promising to keep your skin youthful. But … Read more
It can be difficult to stay on track with exercise in general. For older folks with mobility issues and age-related concerns, incorporating physical activity can be that much tougher. A solid at-home fitness routine can help make workouts accessible and comfortable, regardless of your personal circumstances. We spoke with physical therapist Chris DeRosa to get … Read more
Influencers are urging fans to avoid some ‘dangerous’ sun creams – but experts strongly disagree. With summer just around the corner, many Brits will be slapping on SPF to bask in some very overdue sun. But so-called online health gurus are now casting doubt on some of our trusted protectant lotions, amid claims they are … Read more
GENEVA — The World Health Organization begins its annual meeting on Monday with government ministers and other top envoys hoping to reinforce global preparedness for the next pandemic in the devastating wake of COVID-19. But the most ambitious project, to adopt a pandemic “treaty,” has been shelved for now after 2 1/2 years of work … Read more
In 2021, at 64 years old, Marlene Flowers entered her first bodybuilding competition. Oiled, tanned and wearing a bikini, the auto repair shop owner from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, found herself under bright lights on stage, twisting and contorting to show off her taut muscles alongside people half her age. Once the flexing was over, she then … Read more
As the warmer weather and longer daylight hours make it tougher to drift off, Amazon shoppers have discovered a nifty device that sends them to sleep ‘in minutes’. The myhalos 100% Blackout Sleep Mask offers complete darkness while trying to drift off, Wales Online reports. Amazon has dropped the price of the eye mask to £8.49, more … Read more
FREETOWN, Sierra Leone — In Sierra Leone, a cheap, synthetic drug is ravaging youth. Trash-strewn alleys are lined with boys and young men slumped in addiction. Healthcare services are severely limited. One frustrated community has set up what it calls a treatment center, run by volunteers. But harsh measures can be used. The project in … Read more
(NewsNation) — The federal government is making it easier for a patient to file a complaint about whether a hospital violated their rights, even as the law mandating stabilizing care for all is being challenged when it comes to abortion. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has constructed a website for anyone who believes their … Read more
