“My dogs are my life,” says Manolo Blahnik. The footwear designer, 79, has nine of them. Right now, he’s at his home on Spain’s Canary Islands, recovering from a fall down the stairs he had at Christmas. Though he doesn’t relish the physical therapy that’s become part of his routine, Manolo Blahnik, whose net worth is reported to be allegedly […]
4th of July Party Ideas We’ve all seen it. The sheet cake with the strawberries and blueberries that make up the shape of the American flag. It’s cute, don’t get me wrong. And I have to admit I have made one myself. But, maybe you are looking for some fresh ideas for your 4th of July get-together this year. I […]
From memorizing facts about illnesses to learning how to perform procedures, every medical and health science university offers curricula and opportunities to ensure that its students hone their hard skills. But as our world moves past the pandemic and patient populations increase in diversity, those skills should only be part of a healthcare professional’s education. “A complete and competent physician […]
Rachel Bluth, Kaiser Health News California will cover doula services for low-income residents at more than twice the state’s initial proposed rate under a spending plan lawmakers passed last week. Some advocates welcomed the new benefit in Medi-Cal, the state’s Medicaid health insurance program, as a step toward professionalizing this group of nonmedical birth workers. They say better pay may […]
The latest rash of mass shootings has reignited the national conversation on gun violence and mental health. It’s a pattern that leaves advocates such as Schroeder Stribling, president of Mental Health America, concerned about stigma and misunderstandings of mental illness. But she also sees room for action. “The most important thing is that people with mental health conditions are far […]
6 months with our smiley guy! The first year is just crazy. You’re busy hitting all the milestones, but then all of a sudden you’re already halfway to their first birthday. It’s been an incredible month with Cam. He’s changing daily and we’re so grateful to be able to spend all our days with him watching him grow. He truly […]
Swimwear options are plentiful these days, so it can be tough to know where to start when choosing the right one for you. There are countless styles and patterns, but some will compliment your natural beauty more than others. If you’re looking to choose swimwear that fits your body type and accentuates your natural beauty, here are the five types […]
When the new corporate owners of two rural hospitals in Mexico, Missouri, suddenly announced they would stop admitting patients one Friday in March, Kayla Schudel, a nurse, stood resolute in the nearly empty lobby of Audrain Community Hospital: “You’ll be seen; the ER is open.” The hospital — with 40 beds and five clinics — typically saw 24 to 50 […]
At some point in every man’s life, there is a high probability that he will bleach his hair. This feels especially true for celebrities. Everyone from David Beckham to Justin Bieber to Kid Cudi to Zac Efron has seemingly gone platinum blonde at least once. (And that’s only scratching the surface!) Now, we can officially add two stars from Superbad—Jonah […]
Preventive services may help prevent illnesses, disease, and other health problems, or detect illness at an early stage when treatment is likely to work best. They’re free when you get care from an in-network provider. Here are some common benefits for all adults and children. Always ask your doctor what’s right for you. Common benefits for all adults Blood pressure […]