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Diabetes is a complex disease and has two common types: Type 1, in which pancreatic cells are destroyed by the immune system, necessitating the use of insulin, and Type 2, which usually occurs after age 45 years, in which cells develop insulin resistance. About 10% of Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes, and Type 2 is more common, affecting 90-95% of diabetics.
Nurses at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada (UMC) say they’re feeling the pinch of looming federal cuts from President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” at the same time the hospital's CEO Mason Van Houweling receives an almost $300,000 pay bump.
If you have concerns about your eye health, you may wonder about the effects of carrots. The colorful vegetable is said to benefit vision and ocular wellness, as it's teeming with important nutrients. But can carrots truly help eyesight and eye health—and if so, how do they work? We asked dietitians to share how carrots support the eyes, especially as you get older. They also explain how to prepare carrots for maximum benefits and recommend other foods that boost eye health.
Tired of the same old stroll? A simple yet effective way to switch up your routine could be to try walking backwards. While a brisk walk offers a wealth of benefits – from strengthening bones and muscles to boosting cardiovascular health and alleviating stress – the familiar rhythm can, over time, become monotonous. This is where retro walking, or reverse walking, steps in.
Here’s a simple way to switch up your walking routine: try walking backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones and muscles, cardiovascular fitness and stress relief, to name a few. But like any workout, hoofing it for your health may feel repetitive and even boring after a while.
If you’ve ever been asked whether coffee or tea is “healthier,” you’re not alone — this age-old rivalry sparks plenty of debate at cafés, kitchen tables, and wellness circles.
If you’ve ever been asked whether coffee or tea is “healthier,” you’re not alone — this age-old rivalry sparks plenty of debate at cafés, kitchen tables, and wellness circles.
The ongoing government shutdown is threatening to disrupt Las Vegas tourism, a vital economic sector for the city. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority reported that 3.3 million people visited the city in November, with 2.1 million arriving by air. Any disruption in air travel could significantly impact tourism and the livelihoods of locals dependent on it.