When Dr. Thomas Spellman’s sister, Leah, passed away while giving birth to triplets, his world changed forever. Determined to honor her memory, he took legal guardianship of the boys — Jayden, Noah, and Andy — after proving their biological father, Joe, was unfit to raise them due to a history of neglect. Around the same…
Janelle Scott remains in hospital. Credit / GoFundMe A woman has had her limbs surgically removed after a shocking attack by two pitbulls while she was out riding her bicycle. According to reports, the horrifying incident occurred in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, with it said that she faces the possibility of further surgeries and is currently fighting…
Americans love sugar more than any other food. Sugar is linked to a whole medical manual of illnesses… insomnia, hair loss, obesity, allergies, bipolar disorder, hypertension, heart disease, and of course, diabetes. And yet, many people still consider it a harmless treat. But new research is rekindling the urgency of the war on sugar. Scientists…
Kidney disease is a serious medical issue with an unfortunate prevalence in our society. According to the medical journal, Primary Care, chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major health problem affecting approximately 13% of the United States population. (1) The scientific journal, Kidney International Supplements, advises that some of the risk factors for kidney disease are high…
It sat in the garage, gathering dust like the rest of the life I was trying not to think about. Every time I passed it, I saw her. Mia’s laughter echoing in my head, her arms wrapped tightly around me, her chin resting on my shoulder, that ridiculous bubblegum pink helmet she insisted on wearing….
Sugar is one of the most common ingredients in modern diets. From breakfast cereals and soft drinks to sauces and snacks, sugar is everywhere. While it provides a quick burst of energy, excessive sugar consumption can have serious effects on your health. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize how much sugar they’re eating every day. Here…
Why You Wake Up with That Yellow Goop in Your Eyes We’ve all experienced it: that crusty, yellowish gunk sitting in the corners of your eyes when you first wake up. Known casually as “sleep,” this harmless but curious substance is medically referred to as eye discharge. But what exactly is it—and why does it form…
Everything Kim Kardashian touches grabs attention, but her latest appearance has left fans and critics alike stunned. According to many, this time she’s really outdone herself — and it’s impossible not to stare. A sock-like mask Kim Kardashian, 44, has long been a fixture on the red carpet, turning heads with daring outfits that blur…
Workplace safety failures can change lives in a matter of seconds. This grim truth was underscored by a rare and tragic case reported in the Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports in September 2022. An 18-year-old worker in India suffered a catastrophic cervical spine injury when a heavy metallic object fell directly onto the front of…
I don’t usually get riled up about strangers, but today? I damn near snapped. It started at the feed store. I was picking up mineral blocks and fencing wire, wearing my usual—mud-caked boots, faded jeans, and yeah, my long blonde braid tucked under a beat-up ball cap. The guy at the counter gave me this…