Is it actually possible to eliminate HIV? According to a new mathematical model, “the virus that causes AIDS could theoretically be eliminated in a decade if all people living in countries with high infection rates are regularly tested and treated.” Even though this is only a mathematical model it’s always exciting to see where the future of science can take us.
Don’t ever think soccer moms are easy going again. One soccer mom showed up to her child’s game wearing her holstered pistol. Alarmed by this, other parents phoned into the local sheriff who arrived and revoked the woman’s concealed weapons permit. The Pennsylvania woman, Meleanie Hain, is now suing that sheriff alleging he “violated her Second Amendment rights and prosecuted her maliciously when he took away her permit.”
The social network giant Facebook isn’t cutting back on calories, just deleting groups and user accounts that support anorexia. These groups known as “pro-ana” have for years “been a controversial internet fixture, with users sharing extreme diet tips and posting pictures of emaciated girls.” However, since making the move to Facebook, these groups have become more personal and larger in number, with some groups collecting thousands of members. “Many pro-ana Facebookers say the groups provide an invaluable support system to help them cope with their disease, but psychologists worry that the growth of such groups could encourage eating disorders in others.”
It’s time for change – real change. Finally the change we’ve been waiting for. A new presidential puppy! The question is what type of dog will president-elect Barack Obama pick? Why don’t you tell him? Visit “Vote: What breed should the First Dog be.”
After nine months Paris Hilton says goodbye to her rocker boyfriend Benji Madden. Paris recently referred to Benji as her "best friend," while he swooned just last month that she's "my life, my heart and my soul." "She is saddened by the breakup but they're just too different and they wanted different things in life," said a Paris confidant.
With all the holiday cheer, turkey and festivities comes bitter coldness. The cold brings along snow and Santa Claus, but it can also put a freeze on your skin. Generally when winter sets in people begin to notice a change in their skin – it gets dry. To avoid over-drying your skin this winter there are a few easy things you can do. Read about Natural Remedies for Dry Winter Skin.
Skin is costing Americans big time. According to a comprehensive new study released by the American Academy of Dermatology Association and the Society for Investigative Dermatology, “skin diseases are far more prevalent than once thought and cost Americans an estimated $37.17 billion annually.” The new study found that at any given time, “one in every three people in the United States suffers from a skin disease--exceeding the prevalence of obesity, hypertension, and cancer. Among the most economically burdensome skin disorders are skin ulcers and wounds, melanoma, nonmelanoma skin cancer, atopic dermatitis, and acne, the cost of which totaled $22.46 billion in 2004.”
LEDs may be the cure to wrinkles. Researchers in Germany describe LEDs as a potential alternative to Botox and cosmetic surgery for easing facial wrinkles.
Who doesn’t love a good nap? If you’re like me, you probably wish you could take more naps (I wish I had time to take one everyday). However, now you might actually have a good excuse for laying your head down for a little bit. A Harvard Medical study showed that a “short afternoon nap can boost a person's ability to perform memory-based tasks.” Show this to your boss and you may soon find yourself sleeping on the job and getting paid to do it! Read full article
The election is finally over. We have our 44th President and we all can take a step back and relax. With record turnouts at polling stations around the country it was obvious how passionate everyone was this election year. Just remember although the candidates campaigns are over, you still need to stay in the fight for beautiful skin. I salute everyone that made their voice heard Tuesday.
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