One thing is a certainty in America, millions of Americans love to smoke weed (marijuana). For scores of citizens, firing up a bowl after a long day's work around 4:20 or so is not only...
Women should be doing regular self-breast examinations monthly. However, did you know men should be checking themselves monthly for testicular cancer too? Testicular cancer is highly treatable when caught at an early stage. Sadly however,...
If you haven't used the Whisper app, let me warn you: it's quite addictive. Many online gathering places that offer total anonymity tend towards the dark side. Whisper's not really like that (yet). From the...
Well, here we are, in a full-blown public health emergency and the federal government whose job it is to provide the necessary precautions and reassurance is acting as though we are immune from any exposure.
One...
After all sorts of fad diets (grapefruits! low carb! low fat! no eating in the evening!), we are coming, as a society, to an understanding that the best diet is one rich in whole foods...
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The first federal guidelines (ever) regarding circumcision have been drafted. After seven years of work, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have released a guideline draft that says health insurers should pay...
Thousands of teens attempt suicide every day. Parents and teachers play an important role in preventing suicides. Many people are uncomfortable with this topic. Don't close this window. Spreading awareness saves lives. Learn this for...
The United States Attorney General Loretta Lynch made a big announcement about marijuana. One of the most popular arguments against the legalization of marijuana is the false belief that marijuana is a "gateway drug."
People think that...
While politics always brings out the more spirited side of people, it’s safe to expect those feelings to be a bit more intense this Thanksgiving. With these four defenses of the Liberal, progressive philosophy, you...
If you've been at all paying attention the past year, you know the current occupant of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue doesn't really care much about us--unless we're rich, or part of the 34 percent still holding...
I'd hate to see my skin under ultraviolet light. I was a sun worshiper for 35 years. I'm fair-skinned, but I will tan to a lovely brown if I work at it. I don't work...
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First Lady Michelle Obama took her?Let's Move Campaign?to a whole ?nother level on Friday when she made her first NBC appearance on?Late Night With Jimmy Fallon?to demonstrate her fabulous dance moves. Mrs. Obama...
In the wake of multiple safety recalls and investigations, General Motors announced that it will be rolling out a new feature that won't let you start the car unless you've fastened your seat belt first....
World Doula Week takes place March 22-28 every year. If you live in America, it's possible you haven’t been exposed to the concept. It is a unique job that falls neither under health care, nor counseling,...
In September 2014, a very dear friend of mine passed away. It came as a complete shock to all who knew her. I found out about her passing through social media. Reading tragic news on...
The Senate rejected a proposal by Republican legislators Wednesday to repeal ObamaCare, signifying yet another failure by the Republican Party in its long battle to dismantle the landmark legislation that was championed by President Barack Obama.
The...
Earlier this week, the vice presidential candidates faced off in a debate. Most of the topics brought up were about foreign policy. One important subject that didn't come up was public health issues.
As Indiana's Governor,...
Like most people, I've found that it's depressing to set New Year's Resolutions. We tend to set our goals too high and end up feeling like LOSERS. What I've found, however, is that by setting...
For those of us who deal with mental health issues, it can be difficult to talk about our experiences. The stigma can be horrible. Many people treat mental illness as some kind of character flaw. Those affected...
