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Female Culex mosquito, courtesy: CDC The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have confirmed reports of West Nile virus in 10 states. The bite of an infected mosquito most commonly spreads the virus. “West Nile virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne illness in the U.S.,” says Dr. Bobbi Pritt, director of the Clinical Parasitology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic. It’s a flavivirus —a specific type of RNA virus that can infect humans, birds and horses. “West Nile virus is transmitted predominantly through the bite of an infected mosquito. Less commonly, it can be transmitted through other means, like blood transfusion,” says Dr. Pritt. “The…
Kerry Washington has lived with eczema since she was a child. “I’ve struggled with sensitive, dry skin since before I can remember,” she recently told Yahoo! Life. Now, at 46, the actor has found some relief, thanks, in part, to an ingredient that seems to be popping up in every cleanser, serum, and cream.“I’m learning to really embrace hyaluronic acid,” she said. “It has truly transformed the way that I’m able to care for my skin and how my skin looks and feels.” (Note: Washington is a Neutrogena ambassador, and hyaluronic acid is the brand’s hero ingredient.)The science backs her…
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Unless you’re suffering from a knee injury or ongoing knee pain, there’s a good chance you don’t spend too much time thinking about your knees. But the habits and routines you practice both in and outside of the gym can have a massive impact on your overall knee health. A variety of muscles in the human body—especially your glutes and quads—play a crucial part in the protection of your knees, says Stacey Jernigan, master trainer for Club Pilates. “When these muscles are not strong enough, and equally strong in a balanced way, the knees tend to overcompensate,” Jernigan explains. Even…
StyleJust like regular underwear, period panties come in various styles. So if you think of your favorite style of undergarment—boyshorts, thongs, high-rise, cheeky—chances are that type will be your fave period underwear as well. “The style of period panties you choose will ultimately be up to your personal preference and needs,” Dr. Shepherd says. “You’ll want to look for something that provides enough coverage and absorbency for your menstrual cycle, and is comfortable to your liking.”AbsorbencyDr. Shepherd notes that most period underwear will hold the same amount as a tampon, so they might not suit your heavier days. “If someone…
This piece was published on my 49th birthday. It’s been a journey full of wisdom, growth, challenges, triumphs, and countless precious moments. To mark this significant milestone, I want to share 49 lessons I’ve gathered from my 49 years of life. Each of these lessons has played an instrumental role in shaping who I am today. The 49 Life Lessons Be patient with yourself and others. We’re all doing the best we can with what we know and have. Delegate tasks whenever you can, both at work and at home. It’s a valuable tool to free up time for what…
Neely Gracey’s got wheels. The four-time Olympic Trials qualifier and mother of two set a Guinness World Record for fastest mile pushing a stroller (female) on June 30 in Englewood, Colorado, when she steered her son Rome, 2, around a track in 5:24.17. She took more than 33 seconds off the previous record, 5:57.95, set by Sally Onn of Great Britain a year ago. (The men’s record is 4:32.2, but it hasn’t been ratified yet.) Gracey also set the mark at altitude—Englewood sits at 5,300 feet of elevation. More From Runner’s World play iconThe triangle icon that indicates to playShe did…
I’m a big fan of smoothies year round, but especially in the summer. They make for a nutritious, portable, and hydrating breakfast. Yet you may find that your morning smoothie isn’t holding you over until your a.m. snack or lunch, leaving you to wonder: Can a smoothie replace a meal? If that’s happening for you, it could be a sign that your smoothie isn’t enough calorically and nutritionally. That being said, there are a bunch of fun, tasty ways to make a smoothie dense and well-rounded enough to serve as a meal. Learn my top tips (as a dietitian) for…
With mobility versus stability being a hot topic in the fitness world lately, you may have debated which one you should work on or how to balance the two—but if so, you’re really worrying about the wrong thing, says Kelly Starrett, DPT, who, with his wife Juliet, runs the mobility coaching company, The Ready State. “Mobility versus stability is an old trope. What you really should ask yourself is ‘Do I have access to my native, natural range of motion, and can I control my movement through those ranges?’” says Starrett, co-author (with Juliet) of Built To Move: The Ten Essential…
British obstacle course competitor Mila Stanzani recently returned from Hungary where she represented the U.K. in the European Championships. This elite athlete, who has also appeared on the U.K.’s edition of “Ninja Warrior,” does stunt work, and has a fast growing following on social media—thanks to her unbelievable speed and strength, is a guru when it comes to grip. Stanzani even has plans to set a new world record for two-finger pullups, so who better to collaborate with M&F Hers to bring you a ninja workout routine fit for obstacle course enthusiasts of all levels? Fortunately, you don’t need to…