Health & Wellness
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I Tried the Bizarre ‘Shower Orange’ Trend – Here’s What Happened
To regular viewers of TikTok, it may seem there’s a hack for anything life throws at you — from cooking tips to cleaning trends, the video-sharing site offers plenty of practical shortcuts and suggestions to make living easier and cheaper.…
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Is Bare Minimum Monday the New Quiet Quitting?
Forget quiet quitting. The newest work trend on social media site TikTok is called bare minimum Monday, and it’s gaining steam with Generation Z and millennials fed up with the rat race. Coined by TikTok user Marisa Jo Mayes, the practice is…
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Eli Lilly Cuts Insulin Prices and Caps Out-of-Pocket Costs for Diabetes Patients
Patients with diabetes who buy Eli Lilly-branded insulin have reason to celebrate. Though the Inflation Reduction Act capped out-of-pocket insulin costs for Medicare-enrolled seniors at $35, Eli Lilly & Co. has expanded the cap to all diabetes patients, regardless of age.…
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At-Home DNA Tests Reveal Family Secrets and Life-Changing Results
With the increasing popularity of relatively inexpensive at-home DNA tests, suddenly anyone can dive deep into their ancestry and even learn about genetic risk factors. But if you’re thinking of taking a home DNA test, you also need to be…
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Apple Watch May Soon Help Diabetics Measure Blood Glucose
Though it isn’t a feature of the Apple Watch yet, the tech company is getting closer to offering noninvasive and continuous blood glucose monitoring through its smartwatch. which would be a boon to diabetics who need to watch their blood…
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One-Third of Americans Don’t Think They’ll Recover From the Pandemic
Many people want nothing more than to say good riddance to the pandemic. However, one year into the pandemic, 34% of Americans felt they would never recover from the financial repercussions. Now, one more year later, it turns out many…
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Dr. Prime? Why Amazon’s Purchase of a Health Care Provider Is Scary
Amazon closed on its $3.9 billion dollar deal to buy One Medical, a membership-based health care company that offers virtual services and has offices across the country. But the ramifications on…
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Post’s New Cereal Might Help You Sleep Better
Insomniacs and midnight snackers, this product’s for you. Breakfast-food maker Post has unveiled Sweet Dreams — a line of cereals that includes ingredients believed to promote melatonin production, potentially helping…
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15 Medical Mistakes You Won’t Believe
Many of us have visited the doctor and had our symptoms dismissed only to revisit and find out we are in fact sick with something. Annoying, right? Some medical mishaps…
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Amazon Clinic Lets You Skip the Waiting Room — Here’s How
With the advent of Amazon Clinic, the e-commerce giant has entered the digital healthcare space — and it could save you money and a trip to the doctor’s office. Available…
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Companies That Have Filed for Bankruptcy Since the Pandemic Began
Retailers were having a tough time even before the pandemic, and a notable number of companies waved the white flag as COVID-19 decimated not just retail but other parts of…
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11 Mistakes You’re Making When Brushing Your Teeth
Don’t let brushing your teeth become so ingrained into your daily routine that you overlook the most effective ways to do it. With so many debunked myths swirling around the…
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Here’s Why You Should Buy Dollar Store Pregnancy Tests
It might sound counterintuitive, even risky, but you should almost always skimp on home pregnancy tests. That’s because whether you spend $30 or $1, all Food and Drug Administration-approved test…
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Where To Get Cheap Flu Shots
Peak time for seasonal flu in the United States generally falls in January or February, but activity can erupt as early as October. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
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Chick-fil-A Tests Its First Plant-Based Sandwich
Chick-fil-A patrons looking to reduce their meat consumption might soon be able to order more than just its side dishes. The fast-food chain is testing its first vegetable-based sandwich made…
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Huge Food Recall Includes Ready-To-Eat Sandwiches, Fruit, Salads, and Desserts
More than 400 ready-to-eat food products have been recalled because of possible listeria contamination. The recalled products were sold under dozens of brand names at places where ready-to-eat products are…
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Staffing Shortages Are Causing These Big-Name Pharmacies To Reduce Hours
Consumers who head to the pharmacy in the evening to pick up prescriptions at CVS or Walmart might need to rearrange their schedules. Amid staffing shortages, both retailers are reducing…
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Bored? Here Are 7 Fun Hobbies That Won’t Break the Bank, According to Redditors
Finding a hobby can do wonders for your mental and physical health, but it can also be expensive, especially if you turn to a pastime like skiing or golf. While…
