Tips for a sustainable holiday season
In the hopes of helping others have a more sustainable holiday season, Almond Cow compiled a list of ideas to celebrate the winter holidays with the…
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The 90 companies responsible for two-thirds of historical greenhouse gas emissions
Scientists estimate that emissions from just 90 companies contributed to nearly 50% of the rise in global mean surface temperature, and 57% of the…
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10 effects testosterone has on your health
REX MD has listed ways too much and too little testosterone can affect physical and mental health, drawing on research from university health…
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How to prepare your garden for next season
Pela has put together a gardening to-do list to help you start preparing for spring while waiting out the cold months of the year.…
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The environmental impact of disposable diapers
One baby can use up to 8,000 disposable diapers before being potty trained. Nicki’s Diapers looks at why these disposable diapers are dangerous to…
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15 terms you might see when looking at your medical records and what they mean
Guava Health compiled a list defining 15 medical terms that patients may see in their newly available medical records, with info from Mayo Clinic and…
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10 billion-dollar disasters of 2021
Using data collected by NOAA, Stacker listed the top-ten most expensive natural disasters across the U.S. in 2021, totaling over 104.8 billion…
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Fastest dogs in the world
Stacker ranked 23 dog breeds by top speed, using data from the American Kennel Club, Vetstreet, and World’s Fastest…
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How COVID-19 affects the brain
Evidence suggests the virus that causes COVID-19 can impact the nervous system. Cognitive FX used information from scientific journals such as…
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28 steps to take for fire safety
Stacker surveyed recommendations from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), National Fire Protection Association, American Red Cross, and…
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How climate change impacts extreme weather across America
Stacker researched how climate change and how it’s affecting weather and other natural phenomena in the United States.…
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35 things you need in your emergency kit
Stacker compared recommendations from the Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and other experts to…
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15 precautions to take to prepare for an earthquake
Stacker used resources from the Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and other experts to compile a list…
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What to do after a house fire
Stacker researched official recommendations from the US Fire Administration, the Red Cross, and other experts to compile this list of 17 steps you…
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States with the highest flu vaccination rates
Stacker examined the CDC’s Influenza Seasons Vaccination Coverage Trend Report to determine the states with the highest rates of influenza…
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From equine to play: 10 nontraditional therapies
Ro compiled a list of 10 nontraditional therapies to treat a variety of health conditions using various scientific and medical studies and websites.…
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From sleep to depression: How different types of chronic pain impact health
Hydragun looked at how chronic pain affects aspects of health including feelings of depression, sleep, and physical function, citing data from a…
Continue ReadingWhat hurricane season was like the year you were born
Using data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Stacker summarized the last 100 hurricane seasons in the Atlantic Basin. Read on…
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Doctors respond to 20 common concerns about the flu shot
The flu is a complicated, seasonal disease, which invites questions each year about why and how Americans should protect themselves against it.…
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Tips for holiday toy safety
Stacker highlights 15 safety tips for those buying toys for children. Readers will heighten their awareness about selecting toys, making sure they…
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What to do after a winter storm
Stacker compiled recommendations from the National Weather Service, the Department of Homeland Security, and other experts to put together this list…
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What winter was like the year you were born
Stacker put together a list featuring information and statistics for each year of the past century using data from NOAA’s Climate at a Glance Series…
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10 tips for a (mostly) plastic-free life
Almond Cow compiled a list of 10 tips for going plastic-free, from reworking your hygiene routine to being a better…
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50 images of the universe from the Hubble Space Telescope
Stacker collected 50 Hubble images, taken between 1990 and 2020, that express both the beauty of the universe and important scientific…
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25 natural ways to boost your immune system
Stacker consulted a variety of health resources and information to compile this list of 25 natural ways to boost immune…
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25 virology terms to help you understand outbreaks, from the common cold to COVID-19
Stacker compiled a list of 25 virology terms to help individuals and communities gain a better understanding of the science of outbreaks and…
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States where the most people live in maternal health care deserts
Stacker analyzed data from the Health Resources and Services Administration and the National Vital Statistics System to identify the states where the…
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The connection between age and chronic pain—and how to manage it
Chronic pain affects over 20% of Americans, according to a 2019 CDC study. Hydragun consulted this study to understand the extent of this problem by…
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10 toxic cleaning products and their natural alternatives
Using ratings from the Environmental Working Group (EWG), scientific studies, and other authoritative sources, Stacker compiled a gallery of 10 toxic…
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33 groundbreaking NASA missions in photographs
Stacker looks at more than 30 groundbreaking NASA missions in photographs, including missions such as Apollo 11, the Space Shuttle Program, and the…
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Space discoveries that will blow your mind
In honor of World Space Week, Stacker is sharing space discoveries that will blow your…
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States with the most power outages in the last year
An aging power grid and a growing climate crisis have left U.S. residents in the dark. Stacker analyzed Department of Energy data to find the 15…
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20 starter houseplants anyone can keep alive
From pretty flowering plants to succulents and unusual-looking cacti, Stacker compiled a list of indoor plants anyone can grow at home without any…
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20 tips to help your houseplants survive the winter
Stacker used a variety of home and gardening resources to compile a list of 20 winter plant care tips to help through the colder…
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What to know about getting the flu vaccine this year
Flu shots are especially important in fall 2021, public health experts say. Stacker compiled a list of 10 key flu shot facts from the CDC and other…
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15 foods to skip if you want to slice your sugar intake
Using data from a Statista survey, Ro ranked the top 15 foods and beverages most commonly cut from people’s diets in order to lower sugar…
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10 foods that boost immunity
Lifestyle—diet in particular—directly affects the health of the immune system. Thistle compiled a list of foods high in key nutrients that play a…
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10 critical nutrients—and the plant-based foods packed with them
Almond Cow investigated the plant-based whole foods with a high proportion of 10 critical nutrients, according to the USDA’s FoodData Central.…
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How climate change has affected each state
To better understand how climate change is affecting the United States, Stacker compiled a list of the impacts of climate change in each state using…
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50 fall flowers that bloom in October
Autumn color is about more than the changing leaves—there are many flowers to enjoy, from native wildflowers to cultivated varieties that have been…
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How to prepare for 15 types of emergencies
Valley Food Storage consulted the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s list of disasters and emergencies and selected key ways to stay prepared…
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5 scientifically proven ways to improve your sleep
Below is a list of five scientifically proven ways people can improve their sleep, citing peer-reviewed studies such as Mount Sinai’s recent REVOLV…
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Most popular fruits and vegetables in the world and their health benefits
Thistle compiled data from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations to identify the fruits and vegetables grown the most around…
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10 ways to prioritize your mental health during work
Patient-driven telehealth company Ro compiled a list of 10 ways to prioritize mental health while working, using information from health experts,…
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Most common nutrient deficiencies—and the superfoods that can help
Ever wondered why it matters so much that you eat your superfoods? Revive Superfoods takes a look at the most common nutrient deficiencies and the…
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