Facebook on Monday said stepping up the use of artificial intelligence to identify members of the leading social network who may be thinking of suicide. Software will look for clues in posts or even in…
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‘Smoking kills,’ US tobacco firms say in court-ordered ads
Smoking kills an average 1,200 Americans daily, US tobacco companies admitted Sunday in court-ordered “corrective statements” published in newspapers. The ads began appearing 11 years after District Judge Gladys Kessler, in a 1,682-page opinion, ruled…
#Gadgets: The Neck Hammock for neck pain relief
Do you suffer from neck pain? After slaving away at your desk for hours, do you feel a little bit stiff? For those that experience chronic neck pain, visits to a chiropractor or a physiotherapist…
Africa Yoga Project celebrates 10 years with open invitation
Known for teaching powerful free yoga classes to over 6,000 people in marginalized communities each week, Africa Yoga Project (AYP) Teachers’ talents extend far beyond yoga. In celebration of their 10 year celebration on November…
High blood pressure is redefined as 130, not 140: US guidelines
High blood pressure was redefined Monday by the American Heart Association, which said the disease should be treated sooner, when it reaches 130/80 mm Hg, not the previous limit of 140/90. Doctors now recognize that…
Today is World Diabetes Day! Here’s why you need to take Diabetes seriously | Our2Cents
Today, November 14th, is World Diabetes Day! Led by the International Diabetes Federation, World Diabetes Day unites the global diabetes community to produce a powerful voice for diabetes awareness and advocacy. The campaign aims to…
Plague in Madagascar: Advice for international travelers
An outbreak of pneumonic plaque is ongoing in Madagascar since August 2017. According to WHO, the plague is one of the oldest – and most feared – of all diseases. Historically, plague has been responsible…
#WeirdNews: Listening to Christmas songs can be bad for your health
An expert has claimed that listening to Christmas songs too early can stop people focusing on anything else. A study has found listening to Christmas songs too early can be bad for your health. A…
Road to fitness: is running actually good for you?
As New York limbers up to host the world’s biggest marathon on Sunday, runners around the world will be picturing its storied finish line to push for that extra kilometre (mile). But is running actually…
Maintaining a Healthy Body, Mind and Spirit | Our2Cents
We live in a world where we’re constantly on the move but it’s important to make sure we also practice self care. In today’s video, we share some of the wellness practices that have helped…