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The physical effects of heavy phone use (aka tech neck) and how to address them

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Cervical spine surgeon K. Daniel Riew at Och Spine at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center has started seeing ...

Bioengineered gum could expand treatment options for oral cancer patients

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A bioengineered chewing gum cut HPV levels by 93 percent in oral samples from head and neck cancer ...

Count, roll, and win! Why board games are experiencing a well-deserved revival

Board games are making a successful comeback in this age of screens and virtual realities. Nostalgia fans are ecstatic about the opportunity to recreate ...

Sniff, snuggle, snooze: Your lover’s scent may be the key to better sleep

Have you ever snuggled up in bed and buried your face in an old t-shirt when your partner is away? Science tells us you're ...

Navigating the complex world of hormonal balance

In the age of social media, claims regarding hormone imbalances abound, with quick solutions ranging from raw carrot salads to specific coffee-drinking times. However, ...