This post was authored by Lynn Bloomer, Director, Business Operations, Cisco Networking Academy. Cisco Networking Academy is one of the world’s largest and longest-standing purpose-driven IT skills-to-jobs programs, impacting the lives of more than 4.7 million learners annually (24.2 million since inception) in 191 countries. As the world celebrates the 2025…
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From fitness fads to mental health trends, how wellness became an American ‘epidemic’ : NPR
TONYA MOSLEY, HOST: This is FRESH AIR. I’m Tonya Mosley. Today, we are diving into the trillion-dollar machine that is the wellness industry. From what we eat and how we sleep to how we age, move and think, wellness promises to optimize every corner of our lives. Writer Amy Larocca…
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Celebrating Cisco’s Women Channel Leaders in 2025
This week marks a moment of genuine pride as I celebrate the incredible Cisco leaders named to CRN’s 2025 Women of the Channel list. This recognition isn’t just about titles or achievements—it’s about the transformative impact these leaders create every day for our partners, customers, and the entire ecosystem. The…
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A bespoke gene-editing treatment for a baby born with a life-threatening disorder : Shots
KJ Muldoon, who was born at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia in August, reaches out to doctors after being treated for a rare genetic disorder using CRISPR technology. CHLOE DAWSON/Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia hide caption toggle caption CHLOE DAWSON/Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia For the first time, doctors have treated a baby…
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Homemade Anti-Itch Spray with Menthol & Aloe
Summer has always been one of my favorite seasons. With an abundance of fresh produce at the farmer’s market, veggies in the garden, and summer family activities, it’s nearly perfect… Except for the bugs, poison ivy, and occasional sunburn! Since we moved to the south years ago, I get to…
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A Look Behind the Glass: How AI Infrastructure Can Empower Our National Labs
When you walk up to the Denver Convention Center, it’s impossible to miss the giant, blue 40-foot bear peering through the glass. Officially titled “I See What You Mean” by artist Lawrence Argent, the sculpture is a symbol of curiosity and wonderment. It was inspired by a photo of a…
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Perimenopause symptoms can start early. Here’s when to seek treatment : NPR
Rage, fatigue, mood swings, memory loss, hot flashes, itchy ears, inability to sleep, loss of libido, hair thinning, depression, weight gain, sore knees, night sweats, incontinence. These are all symptoms of perimenopause — or possibly just occupational hazards of midlife. As Generation X and millennials ease into their 40s and…
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4 Lifestyle Changes That Lower Bad Cholesterol Better Than Statins
According to the American Heart Association, around 40 million American adults are now taking statins to manage their high cholesterol.1 These medications work by blocking an enzyme in the liver that’s responsible for producing cholesterol, reducing your blood cholesterol levels. However, statins actually do more harm than good — Not…
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NIOSH rehires many workers, but program cuts remain : Shots
Supporters march outside a National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health facility in Morgantown, W.Va. Gene J. Puskar/AP hide caption toggle caption Gene J. Puskar/AP After facing considerable pushback from labor organizations and congressional lawmakers, the Trump administration has reversed course on some of its planned layoffs at the federal…
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How Cognitive Shuffling Helps Quiet Racing Thoughts and Support Better Sleep
Many people struggle to fall asleep not because of pain, noise or light — but because their minds won’t shut off. The internal noise of planning, worrying or reliving conversations keeps your brain in a state of high alert, long past the moment your head hits the pillow. It’s not…