April is Autism Acceptance Month, and the Autism Society of America will highlight the real impacts of acceptance in action, from interpersonal interactions to national policy choices. Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability in the United States, with one in 36 children receiving a diagnosis, according to today’s newly released …
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Dog park: Risks you should be aware of in the big city
Having a furry friend can be a great way to feel less lonely in the big city, but if you aren’t lucky enough to have a backyard for them to run around in, a dog park is a great option to ensure that they get the proper amount of exercise …
Read More »5 Tips to pick the right face wash
Most people probably use a face wash to rid their skin of dirt, grime, and dead cells. But as you shall find, these cosmetic products can offer many other benefits, including rehydrating your skin and keeping dermatological conditions like acne at bay. The best part about facial cleansers is that …
Read More »5 Best ways to keep your baby summer ready
Summer onset is arguably the most pleasant time of the year, except for the downsides that require you to keep your family, especially your baby summer ready. While this time features warm breezes, short dresses and shorts, trips to the beach, and poolside barbecues, the scorching heat, high humidity, and …
Read More »Recycling paper can be a habit with data and actionable tips
Consumers can embrace recycling paper as part of their daily lives when they understand the importance and implications of recycling paper products as well as having actionable tips, according to the Paper and Packaging Board (P+PB), which released a collection of its top data points and tips. “Earth Day is about celebrating …
Read More »Back pain due to poor posture: Top habits to avoid and what to do
Poor posture can cause back pain as it puts extra strain on your muscles, ligaments, and joints. When you slouch, it can increase the pressure on your spinal discs and put your spine out of alignment. It can cause tension and pain in your back muscles. In addition, poor posture …
Read More »Adults recovering from addiction or incarceration to benefit from $40K grant
Funding of a $40,000 grant will support the expansion of the Lenoir County non-profit Hope Restorations programme model for adults recovering from addiction and/or incarceration through intervention programmes and job skills training in home restoration and renovation, announced SECU Foundation. Providing steady income for adults recovering from addiction and/or incarceration “SECU …
Read More »Postpartum depression: Free webinar on infant changes study – Apr 11, 2023
Postpartum depression affects up to 1 in 5 mothers and is associated with elevated rates of emotional, behavioral, and cognitive problems in offspring. The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (BBRF) is hosting a free webinar, “Changes in Infant Emotion Regulation Following Maternal Treatment for Postpartum Depression” on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at 2:00 …
Read More »Loud cheers, soca music at Tobago Main Ridge Forest Fitness Challenge 2023
All participants at the Main Ridge Forest Fitness Challenge, Tobago journeyed through the steep and gently sloping terrain of the forest reserve and crossed the finish line at the Bloody Bay recreation grounds. They were greeted by loud cheers from supporters, and vibrant soca music and received a collector’s finishers …
Read More »Easter weekend activities for the family
By Nerissa Hosein. As the Easter weekend approaches many of us may be wondering what to do to keep the kids occupied. If you’re a work-at-home mom like me and you don’t want to send them to a costly Easter camp but you want them to have fun you may be …
Read More »Universal cancer vaccine developer CEO chats with oncology research leader
The developer of a breakthrough universal cancer vaccine that will use the body’s immune system to fight cancer, CancerVAX, Inc, reported that CEO Ryan Davies spoke with oncology researcher and biotech trailblazer Dr David Bearss on his experience with cancer therapeutics and advice for young biotechnology companies. Dr Bearss touched …
Read More »Children with high cholesterol rare type can be treated with Evkeeza now FDA approved
Children with high cholesterol, aged 5 to 11, with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), an ultra-rare inherited condition, can now be treated with Evkeeza® (evinacumab-dgnb) since the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has extended the approval of it to young children. The announcement was made by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: …
Read More »5 Benefits of laser eye surgery
Don’t you always get sick of wearing the same old glasses or contacts? Lasik eye surgery can solve your problem. There are many benefits to laser eye surgery, even though it is such a simple procedure. Technological advancements have also made it more affordable. Although it might not seem like …
Read More »Easter holidays in Central Trinidad
By Kerry Mc Donald. The rustic smell of sugar cane permeated the air as my cousins and I ran through the expanse of canefields located at the back of my secluded home. These moments were not a typical Saturday or Sunday evening of fun, but signified the start of Easter holidays. Four …
Read More »Long COVID diagnosis, treatment need more training, research – poll
Physicians agree that Long COVID is a problem, but few feel prepared to diagnose and treat it, according to a new national poll. See the poll findings. In the poll of 806 US physicians, conducted in December 2022 by Morning Consult on behalf of the de Beaumont Foundation, more than three …
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