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By Michael Irving May 20, 2020 The research was published in the journal Cell Reports. Source: University of Rochester Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating disease that affects the central nervous system. Now, a new study from the University of Rochester has shown that its effects may...

Things to Do During The Coronavirus Pandemic Suggestions from the folks at Morning Brew Learn new skills Be productive while others are “Netflix and Chilling” and take up a new skill. We recommend diving into the world of data science or “No Code.” Follow artists like @clare_mccallen o...

Stay Informed Stay Cool While you’re living out your best socially distanced life, you can always stay informed with the latest COVID-19 news by visiting the CDC, the WHO, and JHU websites, and check which events are canceled. Here’s a dashboard that tracks the outbreak. Ther...

Regular daily exercise is important for staying healthy and helps alleviate joint pain, stiffness, improves flexibility and may help boost your immune system. You don’t have to join a gym to gain these benefits. Any activity is better than none and virtually anyone, any age and any fitness level can...

With an infectious virus, people with chronic illness or compromised immune symptoms are at a higher risk. Here is a list of best practices to reduce your risk of infection with COVID-19, coronavirus, or other viral outbreaks.  WHO’s Protective Plan of Action for Everyone The World Health Or...

One frustrating fact of cooling vests is that they tend to be bulky, clunky, heavy, and most announce their presence like a 6-pound cyst growing out of your neck. People don’t want to stare or ask questions… but then they stare and ask questions. Thermapparel is flipping the script and has des...

 by Elizabeth Yuko at sheknow.com Though we tend to think of arthritis as a condition that sets in later in life, that’s not always the case. Unlike osteoarthritis — which is caused by wear and tear on your joints over time — rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that can occur at an...

Dan is living his life to the fullest and keeping his cool while cycling. Thanks for sharing your story with us! What is your Now I Can story? Share My Story  "My cycling cages used to be reserved for more improvement items. I began putting frozen water bottles in my jersey for long r...

Stress is your body's reaction to a challenge or demand. In short bursts, stress can be positive, such as when it helps you avoid danger or meet a deadline. But when stress lasts for a long time, it may harm your health. According to the American Psychological Association, the three types of ...

Do you know what to do if a service dog approaches you without a person?   Follow the Dog, their owner needs help.  How a service dog might alert you to an issue: They’re going to take their nose and nudge your leg (service dogs are not often trained to jump or bark.)  If you see a dog in vest...