Tag: Healthcare

Healthy Mind, Healthy Body: Mindfulness Practice Used to Treat Migraines

Written by Ariana Pirzadeh, B.S. Edited by Sarah Banducci, Ph.D. and Rachel Haake, Ph.D. Why Mindfulness for Migraines? Mindfulness practices have gained attention in recent years for their ability to promote mental health and wellbeing. New research from Wake Forest shows mindfulness is effective for improving physical health too. In a study conducted by Dr….

A Tale of Two Ages: Duke Scientists Study Alignment between Chronological and Biological Age

Written by Ariana Pirzadeh, B.S. Edited by Sarah Banducci, Ph.D. and Rachel Haake, Ph.D. Age is just a number, or so the old adage goes, and a recent study may confirm it. In the United States, chronological age determines eligibility for social security, healthcare subsidies, and retirement. However, those who will actually be in need…