Basically, it means that any substance can become toxic if given at a high enough concentration. Even too much water can throw off your electrolytes and be potentially fatal. Viewing the coronavirus through that lens — that the “dose” of the virus you receive might make the difference between being […]
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‘I’m sick of influencers asking for free cake’
“Why don’t people want to pay for cake?” Professional chef and baker Reshmi Bennett often wonders why people she doesn’t know will ask her to bake a Insta-worthy cake free of charge. The London-based baker runs Anges de Sucre, and she’s created a bit of an online storm by calling […]
Could Your Medical Bills Make You Sick?
Devin Barrington-Ward was doubled over with stomach pain. His chest hurt, too. Though his family urged him to call an ambulance and he was terrified that his condition was serious, Barrington-Ward had another concern on his mind: the expense. Uninsured, he knew he couldn’t afford the ambulance ride. So his […]
‘I’d binge eat until I was sick’
The star credited his wife, Cherry, with helping him maintain a more healthy lifestyle Ed Sheeran has revealed how his “very addictive personality” led him to binge on food and alcohol during the early days of his success. Speaking at an online summit on anxiety and wellbeing, the star said […]
Republicans Want To Make Sure You Can’t Sue Your Boss If You Get Sick
With millions of workers returning to their jobs amid a still-raging coronavirus pandemic, the top Republican priority for the next big coronavirus bill is preventing them from suing their employers if they get sick. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said Monday that his “number one” policy for a bill […]
I’ve Been Sick With COVID-19 For Over 3 Months. Here’s What You Should Know.
The author on her couch receiving oxygen in June 2020. (Photo: Courtesy of Ann E. Wallace) Today marks my 100th day being sick with COVID-19. My symptoms began on March 17, two days after I published an essay on HuffPost Personal about facing difficulties getting my 16-year-old daughter Molly tested […]