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BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a historic move toward culturally inclusive healthcare, Medicaid will now fund traditional healing treatments for Native Americans in four states: California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Oregon. This new pilot program will allow Medicaid to cover Indigenous Read More...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In today's fast-paced world, taking time for stress relief might be overwhelming—especially if you're already overburdened. The recommendation to "take a vacation" or "try yoga" sounds perfect, but with hectic schedules, finding time for extended getaways Read More...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Halloween is more than just costumes and jack-o'-lanterns; it's also a time to indulge in mountains of candy, ranging from chocolate bars to gummies and beyond. However, while eating sweets is enjoyable, it can have unexpectedly scary consequences for your Read More...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM To answer the resistance band dilemma, we first need to know exactly what strength training is. Strength training consists of activities that put force on muscles, forcing them to adapt and develop stronger over time. According to Susie Reiner, PhD, CSCS, Read More...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Millions of people in the United States suffer from food insecurity, with more than 40 percent of food lost throughout the production chain. Major merchants such as Kroger, Walmart, and Costco are stepping up to address this issue by donating expired food, Read More...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A revolutionary study from the University of Michigan School of Public Health found that stopping smoking will increase your life expectancy regardless of your age. Thuy Le, PhD, David Mendez, PhD, and Kenneth Warner, PhD, led the study, which calls into Read More...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM According to the World Health Organization (WHO), India has reached an important public health milestone by eliminating trachoma as a public health hazard. This success places India with Nepal and Myanmar in Southeast Asia, as well as 19 other countries Read More...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM As autumn settles in around us with its crisp air and cozy vibe, maintaining healthy indoor air quality should be a primary concern. Cooler weather means more time indoors, which increases the risk of exposure to allergies, dust, mold spores, and other toxins Read More...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Those of us who drink alcohol have likely found ourselves in a situation at some point where we wake up from a fun night that involved a few too many beverages and are stuck with the dreaded hangover—headaches, nausea, and a general sense of regret. While Read More...
As the cold season approaches, many of us will undoubtedly experience the common cold. While there is no cure, there are a number of treatments that can help you heal faster and relieve your symptoms. From boosting your immune system to staying hydrated, these are 12 proven ways to get rid of a Read More...