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Microparticle therapy shows promise in reversing multiple sclerosis
A pioneering study demonstrated a novel microparticle therapy's ability to reverse nerve cell damage caused by multiple sclerosis (MS) in mice. This ground-breaking medication not only opens up new avenues for treating MS, but it also has promise for treating other autoimmune diseases such as Read More...
Raising diverse voices and celebrating progress this Pride Month
With the arrival of June comes Pride Month, a time to gather together to celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and reflect on the progress achieved toward equality. Despite the ongoing challenges, such as anti-2SLGBTQIA+ laws, (according to the ACLU, there are currently almost 500 anti-2SLCBTQIA+ Read More...
Gift of Adoption celebrates 5,000th child’s forever home since its inception
Last month, the Gift of Adoption Fund, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting families in completing adoptions for children in difficult circumstances, celebrated an iconic event. Since its foundation in 1996, the charity has successfully matched 5,000 children with loving Read More...
Appreciate the magic of June and celebrate Nature's summer spectacles
The arrival of June signals the return of our favorite warm-weather activities. BBQs, sunscreen, fire pits, camping, gardening, and a plethora of other sense-awakening activities are finally back in full swing after a long winter's hibernation. This enchanted month is a natural spectacle where the Read More...
4 health hazards hiding in your garden (and how to avoid them)
Here at The Optimist Daily, we are big fans of gardening. We’ve shared articles about how cultivating a garden is a wonderful practice for maintaining mental health and for supporting our environment. However, that doesn’t mean we want to gloss over the risks that go hand in hand with this Read More...
In Africa, a novel and affordable meningitis vaccine shows promise
The Serum Institute of India and global health organization Path successfully tested a highly effective and affordable meningitis vaccine in Africa, in a ground-breaking development. The NmCV-5 vaccine has the ability to protect against the five primary meningococcal disease strains found in Read More...
Vent to your friends without bringing them down with these expert-approved tips
We've all had days when everything seemed to go wrong. Workplace drama or an argument with a loved one can really get us fired up. That's where having a good old rant with a pal comes in handy. It's an opportunity to let off steam and talk it out with someone we trust. It’s not uncommon to unload Read More...
Houseplants proven to eliminate surprising quantity of carcinogenic toxins
We all want to breathe in clean, crisp air no matter where we are, but this is especially true when we are within our own homes. Fortunately, Mother Nature provides us with beautiful and beneficial heroes: houseplants! Plants’ astonishing pollution-fighting abilities Move over, high-tech Read More...
On the road to mental health: 3 tips for men who have no idea how to start therapy
When it comes to entering the world of therapy, guys are frequently lost, unsure of where to begin. They may have the desire to become persons who openly disclose their deepest ideas and begin investigating the complexities of human behavior, but they lack the tools and guidance to take the first Read More...
Revolutionary CBD coating keeps fruit fresh and reduces food waste
In a groundbreaking development, Thai researchers pioneered an invisible and edible coating infused with cannabidiol (CBD), presenting a viable answer to the troublesome problem of rotting fruit. This novel method has the potential to dramatically increase the shelf life of fruits, thereby Read More...