The International Day for Biodiversity is an annual recurrence on May 22 that has become more prominent through the commitment of the UN, governments and NGOs, but is also through the efforts of indigenous populations, local communities, and individuals who…
When you get sick, one of the first things to consider is how long it will last. If you’re relatively healthy, a cold usually goes away within a week to 10 days. If you have the flu, symptoms typically last…
Selonterra, a biotech company focused on Parkinson’s research, has received a $2.5 million grant from The Michael J. Fox Foundation to support its work on Soturi, an innovative digital therapeutic solution for people with Parkinson’s disease. This groundbreaking grant marks…
On February 6, 2023, a devastating earthquake of 7.8 magnitude struck southern Turkey near the Syrian border, followed just nine hours later by another one of 7.5 magnitude, approximately 59 miles southwest of the first. As of February 24, Turkey’s…
Generosity is an important concept in general, and teaching it to children can help them live a healthier and happier life. A study found that children who were taught charitable habits developed better financial management skills. These habits can be…
The word charity is usually, most associated with giving money to those in need. However, its true meaning describes the intentional act of kindness. Aside from financial donations, there exists a plethora of ways to give back to others. Any…
Patagonia is the southern tip of South America, a region of mountains, glaciers, rain forests and deserts. It is one of the world’s few remaining places of relatively untouched natural beauty. In 1973 as a tribute to this magnificent region,…
September 29 is World Heart Day (WHD), an annual day observed around the world to help raise awareness for cardiac disease and prevention. World Heart Day was established by the World Heart Federation (WHF) and the World Health Organization (WHO)…
Recent heatwaves across the US, UK and Europe have created a serious health crisis that is affecting some communities much worse than others. Year after year, heat is the biggest weather-related killer across the globe and unfortunately it is poorer…
“I learned that courage was not the absence of fear but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” – Nelson Mandela Mandela Day falls on July…
