Even though about half of smokers try to quit every year, only about 3 to 5 percent succeed after six months. That’s why a company has created a no-smoking kit that includes medication, gum, and an app to help smokers stop the habit. Although the kit isn't necessarily cheap, it’s … [Read more...] about Could this medical kit help smokers quit their habit?
Archives for September 19, 2018
Why the quest to eliminate extreme poverty requires a concentrated effort
Just 9 percent of the world is living on less than $1.90 a day, but we’re still far away from reducing that number to zero. While India and China have quickly reduced poverty over the last few decades, sub-Saharan Africa's rate of poverty is decreasing at a slower rate. This is a … [Read more...] about Why the quest to eliminate extreme poverty requires a concentrated effort
Germany has started introducing hydrogen passenger trains to its railways
The world’s first hydrogen train is entering commercial service in Germany. Although hydrogen trains are more costly, these trains have a similar range to diesel trains but at a fraction of the emissions. Not to mention they’re much quieter than diesel trains. With Germany … [Read more...] about Germany has started introducing hydrogen passenger trains to its railways
The science of epigenetics can change your lifestyle for the better. Here’s how
Until now, scientists believed our gene expression, which has a huge impact on our mental and physical well-being, was set in stone. Now we’re finding out that our gene expression is malleable, influenced by external stressors and lifestyle choices, from running outside to who … [Read more...] about The science of epigenetics can change your lifestyle for the better. Here’s how