How to remain hopeful during hard times
Commentary by Carey Juez-Perez, Licensed Social Worker Given what has happened over the past year, it’s difficult to remain hopeful. There have been mass shootings, natural disasters, a plethora of sexual harassment cases and growing political tensions. And being bombarded with constant news of such negative events sends people’s emotions into overdrive. Fear settles in […]
Dr. Myriam Ensling : Tips on how to read and interpret food labels: Part 1
An important part of what we eat on daily basis comes in a package or bottle and each one must include a description of the nutrients it contains. Food labels summarize nutritional information. Learning to read food labels is an important part of any diet to weight loss. It helps to count calories, proteins, carbohydrates, […]
Addictions expert shares knowledge about alcoholism
Interview by Yanis De Palma Many people are unclear about the differences between social drinkers and alcoholics. Many people also are unaware of how to handle alcoholism. To help improve awareness about alcoholism, Dos Mundos presents the following transcript of a recent interview with Miguel Wilson, a psychologist specializing in addictions: Dos Mundos: Tell us, […]
Senate tax bill includes provision to end health insurance-or-fine requirement
Provision meeting with resistance By Chara Senate Republicans have introduced a tax bill that includes a provision to end a requirement of the Affordable Care Act. Under the Affordable Care Act – a.k.a., “Obamacare” – Americans who don’t have a health insurance plan each year must pay a fine. According to news reports from The […]
Virtual medicine offering more healthcare treatment options
By Chara Technology is allowing people more options for treatment when they become ill. One form of treatment is virtual medicine. Virtual medicine allows patients to see a doctor by using a cellphone, tablet or personal computer. The doctor can work with the patient by using a mobile app, an audio or video conversation or […]
De Adicto a Adicto: La droga, cambió radicalmente mi vida Lupita
Mi primer contacto con la sustancia fue cuando estaba muy pequeña, no recuerdo la edad, mi papá solía darme tragos de cerveza, a espaldas de todos, yo sentía una grata sensación y me divertía, mi primera borrachera se debió a que mi papá me puso un caguamón y por supuesto que me lo tomé todo, […]
Pests Might be Hiding on Your Christmas Tree
By Family Features There could be more than just presents hiding beneath your Christmas tree this year. After all, “’tis the season for wintertime pest infestations.” This holiday season, be on the lookout for aphids, which are ant-sized insects that can spread more than 150 different plant viruses. Although harmless to humans, these pests can […]
Thanatology being used to help cope with grief
By Chara There are many coping strategies people use when a loved one dies. One strategy some people are using is thanatology. Thanatology is the study of death and the means human beings use to cope with death. Those who’ve contributed to the field of thanatology have included psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross (1926-2004), who broke down […]
Diabetes: Know the warning signs
Commentary by Yanis De Palma Diabetes is a serious, long-term condition that shouldn’t be ignored. Recognizing potential warning signs of diabetes can help you get diagnosed early and begin treatment. If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately to get screened: *Increased hunger: Your body converts your food into glucose that […]
Mexican scientists create breast cancer detection device
By Chara Researchers from the Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana (UAM), Campus Iztalapa in Mexico City have developed a device that detects breast cancer cells through saliva. Created by researchers at the Nanotechnology and Molecular Engineering Lab at the UAM, the device works using biomarkers, according to information from the newspaper La Jornada. Biomarkers can be found […]