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Facts about keratoconus

Every year on November 10, the world observes Keratoconus Day to raise awareness about the rare condition.  One in 2,000 people is at risk of developing keratoconus.  Cooper Vision describes keratoconus as ‘a condition where the cornea protrudes outward like…

U.S. FDA proposes ending use of popular decongestant present in cold medicines

An agency review of the available data determined that oral phenylephrine, a major component of popular products such as Benadryl, Advil and Tylenols was not effective against nasal congestion Photograph used for representational purposes only | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto…

The Worst Store-Bought Queso Sauce Is By A Beloved Fast Food Brand

Mohamed-Kareem Mohamed/Shutterstock When foodies want a taste of restaurant-worthy queso at home, they might turn to the credibility of a jarred store-bought version branded by a fast-food restaurant chain. However, in the case of Taco Bell’s medium salsa con queso,…

Two simple things every home needs to keep their bread fresher for days longer

The social media hack claims to keep bread fresher longer which is especially useful for those who live on their own and can’t eat a whole loaf in a short space of time Zero waste and plastic free concept. Woman…

Autumn’s Lullaby

Free Verse Poem Ernest Brillo Autumn sun sinks its tired head, Nightly creepy crawlers sing their lullaby, Barn Owls add soft hoots to the nightly song. Walking my leaf-covered lawn, Gazing up at the pink cotton candy clouds spread like…

I have been on a lot of family light walks but this is the best one

Lantern and light walks have become a great winter outing, but not all are created equally The Land of Lights in Warrington is one of the best lantern walks Rebecca says she has been on I have been on a…

What happened to this garden’s fruit tree? It wasn’t the heat.

Orange tree (Getty Images) Q. I have a very nice, fairly young (more than 5, less than 10 years) orange tree. Last year it produced a huge quantity, and the fruits were ultimately quite small, although very tasty. This year…

13 classy phrases that make people instantly respect you

Speaking these words will earn you the respect of others. In a world of fleeting impressions, certain phrases have the power to command instant respect. These expressions showcase emotional intelligence, maturity, and interpersonal savvy. Mastering them can elevate your standing…

Your body ages rapidly in your 40s and 60s. Doctors say these habits will help slow it down

Talk about a birthday gift I wish I could mark ‘return to sender.’ Just two weeks shy of turning 42, this ominous headline crossed my Slack: ‘Human aging accelerates dramatically at age 44 and 60.’ Now, I’m no great mathematician,…

First signs of dementia you might notice while making breakfast

An early sign of Alzheimer’s disease could be when you are making breakfast (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) It’s estimated that a staggering 944,000 individuals in the UK are currently grappling with dementia, a condition characterised by a variety of symptoms stemming…