Hookup culture has taken the Western world by storm; the days of waiting until marriage have—for the majority of younger singles—come and gone. Ignoring the religiously-based viewpoints, this increase in sexual freedom is often viewed as a move in the right direction, especially by feminist groups who view casual sex as a form of self-empowerment. […]
What is dandruff? Dandruff (also known as seborrheic dermatitis) is the excess shedding of the top layer of the skin on the scalp, eyebrows, or along the sides of the nose. This top layer of skin consists of dead cells, which protect the more fragile cells below. It is normal for these to be shed […]
Studies have suggested that facial fat (primarily in the cheeks and neck) is strongly associated with visceral abdominal fat accumulation. The facial fat is a rich vascular region, that seems to be metabolically active and resembles abdominal white adipose tissue. The relationship between facial cues and perceptions of health and attractiveness in others plays an […]
What Is Health Insurance? Health insurance is a contract that requires an insurer to pay some or all of a person’s healthcare costs in exchange for a premium. More specifically, health insurance typically pays for medical, surgical, prescription drugs, and sometimes dental expenses incurred by the insured. Health insurance can reimburse the insured for expenses […]
Public health is defined as “the art and science of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health through the organized efforts of society”. The overall vision is to promote greater health and well-being in a sustainable way while strengthening integrated public health services and reducing inequalities. In order to achieve this vision, the public health […]
Secondhand smoke isn’t quite as toxic as firsthand smoke, but that’s small comfort. It still contains over 4,000 chemicals that have no business in your body, including carbon monoxide, a gas often used in suicides, and 40 cancer-causing agents, including benzopyrene, a potent cancer-inducing chemical. Secondhand smoke causes more than 7,300 lung cancer deaths among […]
A cigarette is a tube-shaped tobacco product that is made of finely cut, cured tobacco leaves wrapped in thin paper. According to the American Lung Association, there are approximately 600 ingredients in cigarettes. When burned, cigarettes create more than 7,000 chemicals. At least 69 of these chemicals are known to cause cancer, and many are […]
Luto Vape is a pre-filled disposable vape pod system device that comes in different flavors and designs. Disposable vapes are nicotine-infused aerosols. The technical name is electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS), which is an umbrella term that encompasses vape pens, pods, tanks, mods, and electronic cigarettes. These devices are designed to simulate cigarette or cigar […]
Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related illness. It occurs when the body becomes unable to control its temperature: the body’s temperature rises rapidly, the sweating mechanism fails, and the body is unable to cool down. Some statistical approaches estimate that more than 1,300 deaths per year in the United States are due to extreme […]
Condoms are a “barrier” method of contraception. They are made of very thin latex (rubber), polyurethane, or polyisoprene and are designed to prevent pregnancy by stopping sperm from meeting an egg. They can also protect against STIs if used correctly during vaginal, anal, and oral sex. Make sure that your penis does not touch your […]
