If Mississippi’s hospitals were adequately staffed amid the current COVID-19 resurgence, they could open over 1,000 additional beds statewide, health officials said Wednesday. Seventy-three Mississippi hospitals have collectively asked the state for roughly 1,450 health care workers, said Jim Craig, senior deputy and director of health protection for the Mississippi State Department […]
AFRICA Universities are contributing to the upscaling of insect-based food and feed systems in Sub-Saharan Africa, which have economic, environmental and social benefits that could support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. These efforts come at a time when the importance of science to secure improved nutrition and food security […]
Hospital officials around the state are watching Indiana’s COVID-19 numbers – and not liking what they’re seeing. As of Tuesday, COVID hospitalizations in Indiana had crossed the 1,500 line for the first time since early February with no sign of a decrease in the future. That’s only slightly under half of […]
Intermittent fasting, or IF for short, is often coupled with calorie restriction for fat loss reasons. Intermittent fasting is a word used to describe a practice in which a period of fasting is alternated with a period of non-fasting. Ancient Egyptians believed fasting helped them cope with a variety of […]
When you think of healthy snacks, what springs to mind? If your thoughts turn toward creamy hummus (and perhaps some crunchy veggies), you’re in good company! Hummus, the delightfully dippable Mediterranean chickpea-and-tahini spread, has become a go-to snack and side dish for millions of Americans. You’re probably familiar with its […]
The labor shortage roiling American industries from restaurants to retail stores is now stressing the health care system, causing a ripple effect among Washington hospitals of severe overcrowding. The state’s hospitals are at near maximum capacity, forcing administrators to shuffle patients to other facilities, cancel surgeries and fill hallways with […]
Bryan Hurley tried for eight years to successfully lose weight, but his efforts usually ended in regaining the small amounts he lost and feeling defeated. But when Hurley’s son, Kevin, turned 1 and began walking, the dad knew he had to find a way to stay motivated to reach his […]
CNN — It’s no big secret: As we age, the connective tissues that keep skin looking plump, vibrant and smooth start to lose momentum. “After the age of 30, skin cell turnover slows down, collagen production decreases and antioxidant defenses decline,” says Dr. Joshua Zeichner, the director of cosmetic […]
Introduction Food and nutrition play a crucial role in health promotion and chronic disease prevention. Healthy eating patterns (along with regular physical activity) can help people achieve and maintain good health. Below are a few resources to assist in finding the healthiest eating patterns that work for you. Build a Healthy […]
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