7 Things to Know About Stem Cell Therapy

What Are Stem Cells?    Stem cells generate new cells for the body as it grows and replaces damaged or lost specialized cells. They can do so due to two distinct properties:   Types Of Stem Cells   There are three main types of stem cells:  Embryonic Stem Cells   Embryonic stem cells replenish an embryo’s cell count as… Continue reading 7 Things to Know About Stem Cell Therapy

Are Violent Video Games to Blame for Violence in Real Life?

The accused El Paso Walmart shooter, who killed 20 people and wounded 24 others in 2019, briefly referenced soldiers in a video game.    History Of Video Games – Normal and Violent    First, let’s take a look at the history of video games: It goes back to 1972 when Atari released its first game, Pong.… Continue reading Are Violent Video Games to Blame for Violence in Real Life?

10 Biggest Public Health Challenges

Welcome to our blog where we dive into the top 10 public health challenges affecting our global community. Get ready to explore the issues that are shaping our well-being in today’s interconnected and fast-paced world. From infectious diseases to mental health concerns, we’ll break down these challenges, sharing real stories and stats that show their… Continue reading 10 Biggest Public Health Challenges

PTSD in Veterans – What You Need to Know

Far too many veterans struggle with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). In fact, a striking 30% of Vietnam vets developed PTSD. People who’ve witnessed or experienced a life-threatening or traumatic event like military combat, shootings, violence or rape can have PTSD. Read on to find out more.   Causes   PTSD develops following a traumatic event. This can… Continue reading PTSD in Veterans – What You Need to Know

Why Diet Culture and Fat Shaming Needs to Disappear ASAP

Ingesting tapeworm eggs. That’s how far some will go to achieve their ideal weight. Touted as the ‘tapeworm diet,’ an alarming number of people attempt to lose weight this way. When you do the tapeworm diet, you ingest a pill that contains an egg from a tapeworm.    Eventually, the tapeworm will hatch from the egg… Continue reading Why Diet Culture and Fat Shaming Needs to Disappear ASAP

Work From Home Healthcare Jobs – A Brief Guide

The first thing that pops into your mind when you think of work from home jobs as an employee in the healthcare industry would probably be, “Is that really possible?” Spoiler: they are! Well, we’re about to spill the beans on remote healthcare jobs, from the different types to the average salaries these opportunities offer.… Continue reading Work From Home Healthcare Jobs – A Brief Guide

De-stressing With Wearable Tech – Do They Actually Work?

Everyone gets stressed at some point, but unfortunately, stress is a routine part of their daily lives for many people. No matter where it comes from, long-term, chronic stress can harm your health and your ability to sleep and even function properly. Here in this blog post, we’ll look at how smart devices and wearables… Continue reading De-stressing With Wearable Tech – Do They Actually Work?

5 Fun Team-Building Exercises for Healthcare Professionals

Effective teamwork is a critical component of a company’s success. A team building activity may be just the thing your employees and your organization needs.  Being a healthcare provider during these trying times can be super stressful and exhausting. This is dangerous for both personnel and patients, as many hospitals or healthcare jobs involve life-or-death… Continue reading 5 Fun Team-Building Exercises for Healthcare Professionals

Top 7 Foods to Supercharge Your Immune System, STAT

We’re sure you’ve heard the famous proverb, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But the million-dollar question is, is that true? Can apples (and other potential superfoods) skyrocket your well-being? Read on to find out.    Apples   It turns out that the popular, overstated saying about apples keeping the doctor away rings true. The… Continue reading Top 7 Foods to Supercharge Your Immune System, STAT