General Health

General health is the state of well-being in which most physical and mental functions of an individual are maintained. A healthy person has a sense of well-being, a positive outlook, and a productive lifestyle. General health is a reflection of physical, mental, and social well-being. This is a very broad definition, and the concept of general health is subjective. What may be considered unhealthy by one person may be healthy for another. General health is a combination of physical, mental, and social well-being.

ME/CFS After COVID: Why Millions May Face a Chronic Health Challenge
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ME/CFS After COVID: Why Millions May Face a Chronic Health Challenge

Millions of people who contracted COVID-19 now face a hidden health consequence – myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). Recent research reveals alarming numbers: individuals with a COVID-19 history are nearly eight times more likely to develop ME/CFS compared to those without infection.  As a physician who survived serious illness as a child, I recognize how…

Teflon Pan Dangers: How Non-Stick Cookware Releases Harmful Microplastics Into Food
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Teflon Pan Dangers: How Non-Stick Cookware Releases Harmful Microplastics Into Food

Every day, millions of families worldwide turn to non-stick cookware, captivated by its promise of convenience and effortless cleanup. However, many are unaware that their beloved frying pans and cooking pots may unwittingly release harmful microplastics into their meals with every single use. A recent study, published in the esteemed journal Science of Total Environment,…

Back to Earth, But at What Cost? 6 Health Struggles Astronauts Face After Space Missions
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Back to Earth, But at What Cost? 6 Health Struggles Astronauts Face After Space Missions

Welcome back to Earth! After an unexpected nine-month stint aboard the International Space Station, astronauts Sunita ‘Suni’ Williams and Barry ‘Butch’ Wilmore are feeling the gravity of their journey—quite literally.  What was supposed to be a brief eight-day mission extended into almost a year in microgravity, bringing with it a host of unique health challenges….

Japan’s Game-Changing Plastic Vanishes in Hours and Fertilizes Soil
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Japan’s Game-Changing Plastic Vanishes in Hours and Fertilizes Soil

Imagine a world where the plastic packaging from your morning yogurt doesn’t linger in the ocean for centuries, but instead vanishes within hours and turns into nutrients that help plants grow. It’s a reality unfolding in Japan, where scientists have engineered a groundbreaking type of plastic. This new material not only dissolves in seawater in…

Hidden Dangers in Your Home: How Fabric Softeners Pollute Your Indoor Air
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Hidden Dangers in Your Home: How Fabric Softeners Pollute Your Indoor Air

Do you love the smell of freshly laundered clothes? That “clean” scent might seem comforting, but it’s not as harmless as it appears. Beneath the pleasant aroma lies a hidden danger: fabric softeners are a major source of indoor air pollution, emitting toxic volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can harm your health. Every time you…

America’s Top Young Scientist: 14-Year-Old’s Innovation Targets Pesticide Safety
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America’s Top Young Scientist: 14-Year-Old’s Innovation Targets Pesticide Safety

Navigating the aisles of our local grocery stores, we often overlook the invisible dangers that lurk on the surfaces of our favorite fruits and vegetables: pesticides. These chemical residues, while crucial for agricultural productivity, carry significant health risks, prompting us to rethink how we cleanse our produce before consumption. Enter a 14-year-old visionary, whose groundbreaking…

How Invisible Solar Panels Could Change Our Windows into Powerhouses
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How Invisible Solar Panels Could Change Our Windows into Powerhouses

Imagine a world where every window in your home not only offers a view but also powers it. Thanks to groundbreaking work by Korean scientists, this vision is stepping out of the shadows of possibility into the light of reality. They’ve crafted the first invisible solar panels, blending seamlessly into our everyday lives and paving…

Bracing for the Worst: Experts Say the Next Pandemic Might Be 20 Times Deadlier
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Bracing for the Worst: Experts Say the Next Pandemic Might Be 20 Times Deadlier

In a world still reeling from the echoes of COVID-19, experts now warn that the next pandemic could strike with an impact 20 times greater. As whispers of ‘Disease X’ circulate among global health circles, the notion that we could face a more formidable foe becomes a call to arms. This isn’t just about future…