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Classified in: HealthSubject: AWD PLEASANT GROVE, Utah, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — d?TERRA, the global leader in essential oils and natural wellness products, has been named Best Essential Oils in the 2026 Oprah Daily Self-Care O-wards, a prestigious consumer-recognized honor celebrating excellence in self-care and wellness. The Self-Care O-wards highlight the best in wellness and personal care products, guided by Oprah Daily’s expert evaluation and curation. d?TERRA’s essential oils were selected for their versatility and role in grounding self-care rituals, as well as for their unmatched purity and sourcing. Each oil is CPTG Certified Pure Tested Grade®, ensuring it is…

Not everyone has time for an hour in the gym each day. A new research says, adding just a few extra minutes of walking or other moderate activity to your daily routine could reduce your risk of dying …

The life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. have been the subject of ongoing debate ever since his assassination on April 4, 1968.Today, those invoking King’s memory range from Black Lives Matter organizers and former President Joe Biden to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Educators trying to teach Black history call on his principles, even as their opponents claim that lessons about systemic racism go against King’s desire not to judge people “by the color of their skin.”In an age of polarization, it is worth remembering that one of the pillars of King’s philosophy was pluralism: the…

Last Updated:January 15, 2026, 08:26 ISTGen Z is stress-buying for instant relief, but the dopamine hit comes at a cost. Is retail therapy helping mental health or harming wallets?Gen Z shops for comfort, calm, and control, but the dopamine fades faster than the delivery arrives. (Image-Canva)From impulse fashion hauls to midnight food orders, Gen Z’s stress shopping promises emotional relief, but beneath the dopamine hit lies a growing tension between self-care, financial strain and ethical business responsibility.For Gen Z, buying something small, including clothes, dessert, skincare, or a gadget, often feels like the quickest route to calm. The practice, which…

Another goal-setting trend also gaining traction might offer an effective way to achieve your 2026 goals: habit trackers.What is a habit tracker?This is a simple, usually mobile tool designed to help you record whether you’ve performed a specific behaviour on a given day.“At its most basic level, it’s a checklist, either on paper or in an app, where you choose a habit and mark each day you complete it,” says Dr Ben Singh, a research fellow in Population and Digital Health from the University of South Australia.“For example, you might tick a box every day you go for a walk,…

                                LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL – January 15, 2026: WorkCompCollege.com, a service of Workers’ Compensation Educational Services, LLC, today announced a long-term, 10-year strategic partnership with Montana State Fund to deliver a customized professional development platform supporting the education, growth, and long-term success of MSF’s claims professionals.  Under the agreement, Montana State Fund will deploy a curated learning ecosystem built from WorkCompCollege.com’s extensive course library, designed to strengthen both technical excellence and human-centered skills across claims, leadership, and operational teams. This partnership represents a shared commitment to modernizing professional development in workers’ compensation and investing in the next generation of industry professionals.  The…

Same-sex sexual behavior is not just for humans.In fact, as of today, scientists have documented more than 1,500 species that engage in same-sex sexual activities, including whales, penguins, fish, and sheep.And a new study, published in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution, scientists have shared the most comprehensive review of same-sex behavior in primates in scientific history.The research analyzed data from 491 non-human primate species, including chimpanzees and macaques. Of those 491 species, they documented same-sex behavior in 59 and declared it “common” among 23.They also explored the links between same-sex behavior and ecological conditions and social structures among apes…

Medicines for mental health condition in this photo shared by pharmacy student Riona Maestro Sison on her Facebook on Jan. 12, 2026 (riona05 via Facebook)A pharmacy student raised awareness about how Filipinos can access free medicines for mental health conditions.Facebook user Riona Maestro Sison on Monday, January 12, shared that she was able to get 60 tablets of an antidepressant “totally free of charge” through a program of the Department of Health.Called the Medicines Access Program for Mental Health (MAP-MH), she said it allowed her to obtain free medicines for her condition at an access site recognized under the initiative.“Words cannot express…

Women with learning disabilities (LD) face persistent and deeply rooted health inequities, including poorer overall health and a shorter life expectancy than the wider population. For those who become mothers, these disparities are often intensified: both they and their babies are at greater risk of complications during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Recognizing these realities is not about defining women by risk, but about acknowledging the urgent need for compassionate, inclusive, and well-coordinated care that supports their health, dignity, and right to thrive. Modern maternity care often falls short in providing the steady, attentive support that birthing women need and deserve.…

This overlooked self-care habit makes a world of difference.gettyThe start of a new year carries the promise of renewal on many fronts. One of them is self-care. As goals are mapped out, priorities clarified, and plans refreshed, CEOs and senior leaders often approach this moment with renewed focus and forward momentum.Yet despite new intentions, most leaders don’t actually begin the year from a clean slate. While objectives may change, leaders’ internal carryover often remains. What wasn’t resolved in the prior season doesn’t disappear simply because the calendar turns. And that matters, because what remains unresolved doesn’t stay neatly in the…