Viruses aren’t always harmful. 6 ways they’re used in health care and pest control
Viruses aren’t just harmful – they can also be harnessed for good. From gene therapy to pest control, here are six ways viruses benefit human health and the environment.
How often should you wash your sheets and towels?
Wash your towels more often than your sheets to avoid bacteria and mold. Towels should be washed every few days, while sheets can be washed every week or two.
Hope: A research-based explainer
Hope is a powerful force that can impact physical, social, and mental health outcomes. Learn more about the science of hope and its role in our lives.
5 dental TikTok trends you probably shouldn’t try at home
TikTok dental trends may seem tempting, but homemade whitening solutions, oil pulling, rubber bands for gaps, tooth filing, and DIY fillings can be dangerous. Stick to funny videos instead.Mammography AI Can Cost Patients Extra. Is It Worth It?
AI analysis of mammograms is becoming more common, but questions remain about its value and cost to patients.
Covering obesity: 6 tips for dispelling myths and avoiding stigmatizing news coverage
News coverage of obesity often stigmatizes people with larger bodies, emphasizing stereotypes and using dehumanizing images, according to a recent analysis. Journalists need to change the way they report on obesity to eliminate bias and promote understanding.As the U.S. Struggles With a Stillbirth Crisis, Australia Offers a Model for How to Do Better
The U.S. lags behind Australia in stillbirth prevention, with no national plan, awareness campaign, or government-funded research center.
You can thaw and refreeze meat: five food safety myths busted
Avoid these common food safety myths: refreezing defrosted meat is safe, don’t wash meat before cooking, hot food should go in the fridge right away, and more.
One More Resource Against Osteoporosis!
New research shows that getting in your recommended 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week can slow bone density loss.Thinking of using an activity tracker to achieve your exercise goals? Here’s where it can help – and where it probably won’t
Activity trackers are great for monitoring your physical activity, but you don’t need all the fancy features. Just focus on steps and activity minutes.
Learn To Grow
Sign up for weekly gardening tips, product reviews and discounts.
Age Gracefully
Using Science to Help You Age Gracefully
10almonds is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.