If Your Poop Looks Like This, It’s Time to See a Doctor
Do you like this article? Keeping independent journalism alive. Support HuffPost. It can be quite, uh, ****** dealing with bowel issues. Determining what is normal and what is not can be a challenge if you don’t know what to look for. Stools come…
West Nile virus rampant in South Bay, health officials say – Daily Breeze
Across Los Angeles County, human cases of West Nile virus have reached their highest level in 10 years, data shows. And while the South Bay is generally relatively safe from the virus, health officials say, it accounts for about 25% of human cases —…
91-year-old man says he was attacked by a raccoon outside his Barrington home
BARRINGTON, R.I. (WJAR) — A routine trip to the mailbox turned into a frightening encounter for a 91-year-old Barrington man who says a raccoon attacked him from behind as he walked down the steps of his home. Hal Hamilton said the attack happened just…
What Chronic Complaining Does to Your Mind and Body, According to Psychologists
Key takeaways Venting can help you process emotions, feel understood, communicate your needs, and begin to problem-solve. Repeatedly focusing on frustrations can reinforce a negative outlook, increase stress, and strain relationships. After venting, ask…
Spooky, Haunted Halloween Ghost Story at NC State in Raleigh
N&O Archives RALEIGH In the fall of 1918, the flu pandemic raged through Raleigh wielding a reaper’s scythe, so sudden and cruel that an ice cream truck doubled as a rolling morgue, transporting the dead. The flu killed 288 people in a single…
Is it better to sleep with or without socks? Experts speak out
Should you wear socks to bed? The question can be as polarizing as whether to use a topsheet. So we asked experts if there were any benefits to covering your feet. Turns out there are several good reasons why you might want to try it! The benefits of…
Microplastics and water create free radicals, new study finds
Scientists have discovered microplastics in virtually each part of the human body. Yet many questions remain about exactly how these infinitesimal particles of synthetic polymers impact human health and how they might cause disease. A new paper…
CDC: Deadly brain fungus among healthy Americans is on the rise
An obscure fungus that targets the brain no longer stays so obscure. A CDC report indicates cases of Cladophialophora bantianaa black mold containing melanin, has increased sharply in recent years, and it doesn’t just affect people with weakened…
The Best No-Bake Dessert for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
If you’re managing your blood sugar, you might think dessert is off the agenda. But with good planning and the right recipes, you can still enjoy yourself. “If you’re monitoring your blood sugar, that doesn’t mean you should skip…
Loneliness can cost you up to 6 years of good health, new study finds
5 minutes of reading Key Points A new study found that loneliness and social isolation reduced people’s healthy life expectancy by several years. The link was more strongly associated with mental health problems like anxiety and depression. Experts…