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Amtrak Adventures: Exploring the Open Road with Your Furry Companion

Traveling with a pet on Amtrak is a breeze. Especially for this Chihuahua-mix. Amtrak is the best way for Olivia Peloquin to travel from New York City to see family in Boston. It's also the perfect mode of transportation for her dog, Betty. The 2-year-old Chihuahua-Jack Russell mix makes the round-trip journey four times a

Recognizing the Rare Signs of Life-Threatening Foodborne Botulism

Foodborne botulism is a rare, life-threatening condition. These are the signs to look for. Foodborne botulism is a potentially deadly condition that’s caused by eating food contaminated with botulinum toxin, a potent toxin that attacks the body’s nervous system. The disease is incredibly rare; in 2019, there were 21 reported cases of foodborne botulism across

Amtrak Adventures: Exploring the Open Road with Your Furry Companion

Traveling with a pet on Amtrak is a breeze. Especially for this Chihuahua-mix. Amtrak is the best way for Olivia Peloquin to travel from New York City to see family in Boston. It's also the perfect mode of transportation for her dog, Betty. The 2-year-old Chihuahua-Jack Russell mix makes the round-trip journey four times a

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Amtrak Adventures: Exploring the Open Road with Your Furry Companion

Traveling with a pet on Amtrak is a breeze. Especially for this Chihuahua-mix. Amtrak is the best way for Olivia Peloquin to travel from New York City to see family in Boston. It's also the perfect mode of transportation for her dog, Betty. The 2-year-old Chihuahua-Jack Russell mix makes the round-trip journey four times a

Navigating Social Media Bias: The Importance of Media Literacy

Bias is all over your social feed. We need media literacy to help us navigate it. | Opinion News literacy teaches you to slow down and notice when you have a strong emotional reaction to something you see online. It's vital for students like me. I am a freshman in college, and I consume media

Recognizing the Rare Signs of Life-Threatening Foodborne Botulism

Foodborne botulism is a rare, life-threatening condition. These are the signs to look for. Foodborne botulism is a potentially deadly condition that’s caused by eating food contaminated with botulinum toxin, a potent toxin that attacks the body’s nervous system. The disease is incredibly rare; in 2019, there were 21 reported cases of foodborne botulism across

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Understanding the Contagious Nature of Pink Eye: Separating Fact from Fiction

Pink eye can be painful and unsightly. But how contagious is it, really? Pink eye is among the most unwanted and common infections around. The swollen red eyes, dried pus, and sticky discharge is enough to make anyone suffering with the condition want to avoid being seen in public.  Most of the six million people who experience

Unraveling the Mystery of Skin Tags: Insights from Dermatologists

What exactly causes skin tags? Here's what dermatologists have to say. Noticing any new changes to your skin, especially if a new growth pops up, only naturally sets off a series of internal alarm bells: Is that a mole, a wart, a melanoma? If that little bump on your skin just happens to be a

Heartwarming Reunion: Wildfire Evacuee’s Touching Moment with Her Beloved Sheep

Skip to main content Home Wellness Food Humankind Animalkind Holidaykind Militarykind Sportskind Womankind Problem Solved Holidays Comics Womankind Pets A woman who had to leave her sheep behind during a wildfire evacuation in Malibu, California, breaks down in tears of joy when she finds them alive. USA Today

Navigating the Heartache: Coping with Anticipatory Grief and Loss of a Beloved Pet

I lost my poodle Sofia after 17 years. How to manage anticipatory grief and grief Getting through "anticipatory grief" is half the battle of losing a pet The new year is a time for fresh starts, but for those who are grieving January might not bring new beginnings, and that includes grief over a pet.

Heartwarming Acts of Kindness: Strangers Unite to Save Stranded Animals

Skip to main content Home Wellness Food Humankind Animalkind Holidaykind Militarykind Sportskind Womankind Problem Solved Holidays Comics Womankind Pets Stuck in canals or 14-feet holes, these helpless animals are rescued just in time thanks to brave heroes and acts of kindness. USA Today

Is Red 40 Safe? Insights from Health Experts You Should Consider

Is red 40 safe? Here's what health experts want you to know FD&C Red No. 40, more commonly known as red 40, is making headlines again as lawmakers debate whether food dyes should remain legal in the United States. The dye, which has been registered with and regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Discover Aquarius: The Zodiac’s Innovative Visionary – Traits and Dates Explained

Meet Aquarius, the Zodiac's unique thinker: The sign's personality traits, dates The latter half of January and the majority of February are ruled by a Zodiac sign known for its intelligence and unpredictability. Represented by the water bearer, Aquarius is the eleventh sign of the Zodiac. It is the last air sign, despite the elemental

Sen. Fetterman Makes a Bold Statement in Casual Attire at Trump Inauguration Ceremony

Sen. Fetterman wears sneakers, shorts to Trump inauguration ceremony Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman took "sporting a look" to a whole new level when he sat in the front row of Donald Trump's second inauguration ceremony wearing shorts, sneakers, and his trademark hoodie sweatshirt. More: Inauguration live updates: Trump vows 'golden age' for America, lays out

Understanding Corn: A Guide to Its Classification and Culinary Uses

Is corn a grain? How to classify corn on the cob, popcorn, corn flour Corn takes on myriad configurations, from the classic corn on the cob to popcorn to more processed options including corn flour and corn syrup. How, then, do you classify such a versatile food? "Corn can uniquely be counted as either a

Unpacking the Buzz: The ‘Men’s First Love’ Theory Taking Social Media by Storm

The 'men’s first love' theory is all over social media. What is it? Do we ever forget our first love? It's a question that's occupying the minds of some people on the internet. The "men's first love theory," the idea that men don't get over their first love, has left some social media users furiously

The Iron Lung: A Timeless Symbol of Medical Innovation

The iron lung: A life-saving device with an enduring legacy In the mid-20th century, community spaces like swimming pools and sporting events became a source of anxiety for parents who were frightened by the rampant spread of poliovirus. Their concerns weren’t unfounded. Polio is a debilitating disease that invades the body’s nervous system, and prior

The Devastating Truth: My Family’s Battle with Alcohol-Linked Cancers

I've watched alcohol-related cancers kill my family. Surgeon general is right. | Opinion Alcohol is America's favorite drug. I've seen clients overtaken by it. I've seen family members die because of it. The link to cancer is well-established, and there should be warnings. Amid the post-New Year’s celebrations and thousands of hangovers from the festive