Do parasocial relationships fill a loneliness gap?
Do you follow certain social media creators, music artists, actors, athletes, or other famous people? Are you a huge fan of particular fictional characters from a book, TV show, or…
Month: August 2024
Boosting your child’s immune system
Parents often wonder: What can we do to keep our children healthy? Are there ways to boost the immune system and ward off illnesses? The answer is yes — but…
Which skin creams are most effective for eczema?
Quelling the discomfort of atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, can be a daily quest. This inflamed, itchy skin condition can interfere with sleeping, socializing, and many other…
Mpox is back: What to know and do
Ever heard of mpox? Wondering why it's back in the news? Many of us first learned about mpox (formerly called monkeypox) in 2022, when the largest known outbreak spread to…
The popularity of e-bikes and e-scooters is soaring, but are they safe?
Ever ridden an e-scooter or e-bike? The convenience, affordability, and flat-out fun of these "micromobility" modes of transportation are undeniable. But did it also seem a bit dangerous? In fact,…