Photo: Shutterstock Research published on Friday in the Journal of the American Medical Association revealed that alcohol-related deaths in the US increased 25.5% between 2019 and the first year of the pandemic in 2020. Previously, the average annual percent increase in alcohol-related
The FDA places strict limits on the use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine in its Thursday announcements for people aged 18 and older who choose J&J because they can’t get other vaccines. On Thursday the FDA announced that there will be
Photo: Getty Images Research from the University of Georgia revealed that the green industry—gardening and establishing plant nurseries—has seen massive growth during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, the study’s proponents say that the boom may not persist after coronavirus restrictions are lifted.
Photo: Nari Jang Myongji University (South Korea) scientists Nari Jang and Shin Sik Choi have discovered that roundworms can detect cancer as they are attracted to the “floral scent” of the cancer cells. Doctors may be able to detect cancer early, noninvasively,
An innumerable combination of factors can serve as the impetus behind the launch of a venture. Some entrepreneurs have been lured into entering the competitive commercial space because of the financial appeal of certain markets, especially those growing in size. However, for
Photo: Adobe Stock According to the American Heart Association, Americans take in an annual average of 27 kilograms (50 pounds) of sugar, where almost half of this comes from drinks. But there is some good news. According to a meta-analysis published in
While most of the leading causes of lung cancer, such as cigarette smoking and secondhand smoke, can be easily identified and avoided, one substantial cause isn’t as easily identifiable: radon gas. Exposure to radon is a dangerous environmental hazard, but a big
We all know that exercising is beneficial for physical and mental wellbeing. Whether you have physique goals you want to achieve or simply want to move your body and feel good, working out can (and should) be an important component of everyone’s
A smile can bring so much joy and happiness to a person’s life. But sometimes, they might feel like their smile is not enough, that their teeth need some work. A smile gives someone a confidence boost, but it can cause some
According to the State of The Chicago Healthcare Industry, Chicago has more than 26,000 healthcare-related companies employing over 600,000 employees. It’s a city that’s fast becoming a hub for medical research and healthcare innovation, attracting many startups. That’s good news for Chicago’s
