Going to the dentist has been ingrained in American life as a common (hopefully yearly) occurrence. You are taught from exceptionally young ages the importance of proper oral hygiene, how consistent and thorough maintenance can prevent cavities, gum disease, and tooth decay. Unfortunately, that understanding is a luxury. For the indigenous cultures of Northern Canada…
Now that yoga has spread in a huge way to Western culture, it’s not only hipsters and cool yogis rejoicing. Chronic pain sufferers have found plenty to be happy about when practicing yoga, including some incredible relief from aches and pains in joints and muscles. One study published in Annals of Internal Medicine reported that…
A new study from the Mayo Clinic published August 7 2018 in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute presents some promising new information on the genetics of a particularly aggressive form of breast cancer. The paper focuses on triple-negative breast cancer, a rare but serious type which makes up 15% of breast cancer in…
When you’re worried and you can’t sleep — and counting your blessings instead of sheep doesn’t do the trick — there’s a likely culprit who might be to blame: your cell phone. It’s easy to scroll through your social media feeds or text friends towards the end of the day. But research shows that fiddling…
We’ve all had it (or seen someone else have it) and we all hate it: the flu. As miserable as the symptoms can be, the severity of the virus can actually cause hospitalization and even death. Since 2010, the CDC estimates that influenza has been responsible for around 710,000 trips to the hospital and up…
Scientists have officially discovered two previously unidentified molecules in mice that protect nerve cells following a traumatic brain injury. This could help reduce the number of deaths that occur because of this with the advent of new medicines that target those protective cells. The only way doctors and scientists have attempted to treat traumatic brain…
Cancer is one of the most prevalent causes of death in the United States. In 2018, it is estimated that 1,735,350 new cases will be diagnosed in this country, causing many to seek out painful and expensive treatments. Chemotherapy and radiation are the most common forms of cancer treatments, but they can have absolutely devastating…
Coffee is one of America’s favorite beverages, but it’s had its ups and downs in the wellness community. Now, a recent study may put coffee back on the A-list when it comes to healthy drinks. According to Scientific American, a group of German researchers were able to modify heart defects in mice with doses of…
Information on best practices for raising a child is always changing with new information and studies that are released. Now, due to a new study conducted by King’s College, London, and St George’s, University of London, parents may be encouraged to start feeding babies supplementary solid foods as early as three months of age, earlier…
With around 21 million women experiencing hair loss in its various forms across the country, the newly opened Mara Ray Wig Boutique in Florence, South Carolina performs an important role in the management of hair loss: looking beautiful so you can feel happy. Mara Ray Caldwell, owner of Mara Ray Wig Boutique, certainly understands what…
