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03/15/2026

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/03/260314030516.htm

Finally!
It's about damn time.

Researchers have created “Smart Underwear,” a wearable device that measures flatulence by detecting hydrogen produced by gut microbes. Early tests suggest people may pass gas about 32 times a day—much higher than previous estimates. The device gives scientists a new way to track gut microbial ...

02/24/2026

https://consequence.net/2026/02/tomahawk-2026-us-reunion-tour-melvins/

Tomahawk have announced a Summer 2026 US tour, marking their first concerts in 13 years. The reunited band will be joined by special guests the Melvins.

02/11/2026

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12/04/2025

Common Questions about the Common Cold, Answered! What you need to know about how to treat this type of viral infection.

What you need to know about how to treat this type of viral infection.

11/21/2025

How Can I Be More Healthy? Here Are Six Things to Focus On

Our bodies are amazing, complicated machines but how we best support them is not all that complicated at all.

11/21/2025

https://www.wholepersonwellcare.com/blogs/why-are-health-insurance-premiums-going-up

Why exactly is the cost of health insurance skyrocketing – especially when it’s sky high already?

11/20/2025

Why Is Health Insurance So Expensive?

Last year, the average annual cost of individual health insurance in the US was nearly $9,000–that’s almost $750 per month.

11/19/2025

Pneumonia 101: Get the Facts

Pneumococcal pneumonia affects nearly a million people every year in the U.S. But when you start thinking about it, you might realize you have more questions than answers about this condition.

Straightforward, easy-to-understand answers about this common but serious condition.

11/18/2025

Everything You Need to Know about High Cholesterol

What is cholesterol? Why is high cholesterol bad for your health? What can you do to lower it? These questions and more, answered.

You just got your blood test results back, and your provider lets you know that you have high cholesterol. Now, what?

11/17/2025

The Blood Pressure Basics: Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Answers to the most common questions I get from my patients about blood pressure.

Answers to the most common questions I get from my patients about blood pressure.

11/16/2025

Sunday Scaries? Calm Your Nerves with This Simple Tip

Box breathing is a simple exercise you can do today when you feel those Sunday Scaries creeping in.

11/15/2025

Can Stress Affect Your Heart? Yes, Here’s How.

Managing stress is a major investment in your heart health. Here are answers to the most common questions I get from patients.

https://www.wholepersonwellcare.com/blogs/can-stress-affect-your-heart-yes-heres-how