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Fighting Antibiotic-Resistant Diseases
Monday starts US Antibiotic Awareness Week. An annual observance to raise awareness of diseases that are too strong for antibiotics and how to distribute them properly so they can prevent them. Antibiotic-resistant diseases affect 2 million people a year, killing 23,000 of them. This costs the healthcare industry 4.6 billion dollars. Antibiotics are a critical tool for saving lives when used appropriately. Antibiotics only work against certain types of bacterial infections. They work fast and their benefits outweigh the risks. Here are some ways to make sure antibiotics are used correctly to prevent an Antibiotic-Resistance disease from forming.
By M.L. Lewis3 years ago in Longevity
Unveiling the Healing Symphony: A Personal Journey Through 'The Body Keeps the Score'
In his seminal work "The Body Keeps the Score," Bessel A. van der Kolk explores the complex interplay between trauma and its significant effects on the body, mind, and brain. Based on extensive research and clinical experience spanning several decades, Dr. van der Kolk investigates the multifaceted nature of trauma, illuminating its consequences and introducing inventive therapeutic methods to promote recovery.
By Chudi Nnorukam3 years ago in Longevity
The Unavoidable Journey: Are You Prepared to Understand the Signs of Death?
Life is undeniably a beautiful journey, a long winding road filled with countless experiences and milestones that inevitably shape us into the individuals that we are. Each memory that we create, every event that we participate in, and every encounter we have with another soul leaves an enduring imprint on our identities, shaping us in myriad ways. Among these multifarious experiences, there lies one event that is often avoided in conversation, yet is universally inevitable, and that is death. Despite its unsettling nature, understanding the signs of death becomes incredibly crucial for providing comfort, support, and understanding during a loved one's final moments.
By Nightlight3 years ago in Longevity
The Benefits of Alkaline Spring Water: Nourishing Wellness From Within
In a world inundated with beverage choices, the surge in interest in alkaline spring water has emerged as a testament to our quest for optimal health and vitality. Beyond the mere hydration it offers, alkaline spring water beckons with promises of balance, rejuvenation, and enhanced well-being.
By S McCellon3 years ago in Longevity
Writing Your Way Through Disaster
A Journal is a special notebook that serves as a personal daily record of news and events. 1 in 8 people do this daily. That's one billion people worldwide! Journaling is not just an activity of the teen and tween generations. It can be very helpful to your mental health. Journaling allows us to acquire use of the left hemisphere of our brain, this then gives your right hemisphere a chance to roam free and allow your creativity and knowledge to flourish. It can also improve our memory and quality of life in the following ways.
By M.L. Lewis3 years ago in Longevity
The Surprising Science Behind Religion's Longevity Boost
Death comes for us all, but devoted churchgoers seem better at fending it off. Study after study reveals worship attendance's surprising link to longevity, especially for women. While skeptics scoff, mounting evidence suggests faith's health benefits are real. Could sitting in pews actually help cheat death's cold grasp?
By NII LANTEY PARKER3 years ago in Longevity
It’s Vital To Choose The Right Kind Of Protein — It’s The Building Block Of Your Life
Awareness of the importance of having adequate protein in your diet is growing. Without protein, there is no life. It’s surprising how hard it is to get some folks to understand simple biology and how the human body is made and functions.
By Rob Hourmont 3 years ago in Longevity
Epic Water Filters
Water Filter Pitchers for Tap Water filter pitchers are a convenient and affordable way to improve the taste and quality of your drinking water. They work by removing a variety of contaminants from tap water, including chlorine, lead, copper, and mercury. Water filter pitchers are a good option for people who want to improve the taste of their tap water, but do not want to install a whole-house water filtration system. They are also a good option for people who travel frequently, as they can be easily transported.
By Vanessa U. Udugba3 years ago in Longevity
