The University of Kentucky Public Relations and Strategic Communications Office provides a weekly health column available for use and reprint by news media. This week’s column is by George K. Thomas, assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology in the University of…
Lotmaria passim, a parasite of honeybees that is found worldwide, was only identified in 2015, so researchers are striving to learn more about it. Credit: University of Alberta Two common gut parasites have been found to alter the behavior and…
Celebrities like Meghan Markle and Oprah know how to travel in style. However, many of their go-to travel clothes brands come with a hefty price tag (such as the one behind this $386 travel set). Fortunately for those of us…
Agentic AI, Biometric Gateways and Jetset Hacking are among seven trends identified in a new “Business Travel Trends 2025” report from Amadeus Cytric and Globetrender. Global business travel spending is projected to reach US$1.64 trillion in 2025, up from US$1.48…
Scared was too strong a word to describe how I was feeling en route to Antarctica. I was nervous—uneasy, really. Our ship, the National Geographic Explorer, had just departed Ushuaia, the Argentinian resort town, southernmost city in South America, and…
A Skift research study confirms the growing trend of planning trips through social media. The data highlights the significant role of social media in shaping travel decisions for Gen Z and Millennials. Social media platforms are the most influential source…
Travel Troubleshooter Travel has always been loud — but never this loud. From the roar of jet engines to the constant construction noise at hotels, it’s hard to find a moment of peace on the road. “The noise is becoming…
While some fast food fish sandwiches are available all year round, their popularity seems to always skyrocket around springtime. During the Lenten season, which lasts from March to April, many folks are unable to eat meat on Fridays, so some…
About one in eight Americans have chronic insomnia, according to a study by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. The National Institute of Health said sleep disturbances can often be the result of “incorrect dietary habits.” Dan Gartenberg, PhD, a…
Written by Dr Pallavi Patri Many of my patients ask me if they should stay away from calcium supplements, fearing having them would lead to kidney stones. Some even give up milk and yogurt without asking. This has stemmed from…
