Category: Regions
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Jane Fonda Is Flawless At 83. What’s Her Secret?
This past Sunday, Jane Fonda received the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2021 Golden Globe Awards, joining the ranks of other honorees that include Oprah Winfrey and Tom Hanks. While many were happy to see the actress gain recognition, as well as being moved by her speech that called for more diversity in Hollywood, many…
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Inside Melissa McCarthy’s Incredible Weight Loss Journey
Are we spotting a whopping 75-pound weight loss? Of course, none other than Melissa McCarthy. Now, even losing a pound sounds like a big deal. You get it, with all the food and messed-up metabolism. But for someone who has been in the spotlight, it creates a bit of a hurl globally. So, What’s her…
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How to Avoid Burnout Before You’re Already Burned Out
It is not uncommon for a CEO to crack under pressure, particularly when they are responsible for making decisions that are as tough as they are important. Plus, it’s the only peerless role in a company that can make it a lonely place to be, especially when that CEO is dealing with such an immense…
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Why Are Black Men More At Risk For Prostate Cancer?
According to research, prostate cancer is the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death among men worldwide. Now, while cancer doesn’t discriminate, it appears that prostate cancer is much harsher on men of color. Black men and prostate cancer What does the research say? According to a study published in Cancer…
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The Hidden Dental Dangers of LockdownBrunno Tozzo
The coronavirus pandemic has changed our lives immeasurably. With stay-at-home orders in place for much of the past year, we’ve been confined to our homes, only able to go out for daily exercise, essential shopping, and work for some. During the first national lockdown in March 2020, many of us adopted healthy new habits by…
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Study: Opioid Use Among U.S. Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis Costs Society 14 Billion Dollars
A new study shows that opioid use among U.S. patients with knee osteoarthritis costs society around 14 billion dollars in a lifetime. Guidelines do not recommend the use of opioids to manage pain for individuals with knee osteoarthritis. However, the study published in Arthritis Care & Research, estimates that 858,000 Americans use opioids such as…
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Obesity is a Disaster Requiring Urgent Intervention in South Africa
800 million people around the world are affected by obesity. According to Riekie Smit, MD, South Africa has alarmingly high rates of adult obesity. More than half of the female population and over a quarter of the male population are obese. Up to 70% of the female population is either overweight or obese. Adult obesity…
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Boost Your Healthspan With Longevity LIVE and Dr. Craige Golding
Join us for a three day wellness immersion. With the past year that we’ve had, it’s easy to understand why so many people are looking to take better care of themselves and enhance their healthspan. Whether it’s finding ways to boost their immunity or better manage their stress, the coronavirus pandemic has definitely changed the…
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Looking for Support During Lockdown? Try a Self-Care Book
Longevity Live Paid Content. If there’s ever been a time that has demanded a surge in self-care, it’s now. Throughout the past year, the trend for self-care has rocketed. People everywhere have been using the lockdowns as an opportunity not only for self-improvement but for self-love. That could mean taking time for yourself or buying…
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Why Are Chronic Pain Patients Turning To Medical Marijuana?
Marijuana’s popularity among US adults continues to grow. This can be explained by its changing legalization status in various parts of the country. Marijuana is used to treat numerous medical conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease, appetite loss, and cancer. As America is becoming more accepting of medical marijuana, there have been many debates concerning what…