Health
Finding good health news amidst a pandemic can be quite daunting. That’s not the case with The Optimist Daily, where positive news is in high supply. Our Health section covers the latest good news from the health sector, featuring solutions ranging from mental and physical health to immunity, nutrition, and cutting edge medical research.
The simple daily habit that rewires your brain for resilience
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Writing may seem like just another mundane, ordinary task. We don’t usually think twice about scribbling down a quick note, typing out a text, or getting a journal entry down before bed, but its impact on the brain is surprisingly powerful. Research shows Read More...
Turn off the lights: the simple nighttime habit that could protect your heart health
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A growing body of research suggests that a dark bedroom isn’t just nice for sleep. Getting your shut-eye in a pitch black room may actually be vital for long‑term heart health. A new study presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions Read More...
Is it rude to ask if someone’s sick before a holiday hangout? Here's what the experts say
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM 'Tis the season of hosting, gathering, feasting! For many of us, this time of year is basically one long parade of hugs, handshakes, shared desserts, and recycled indoor air. It’s also, unfortunately, prime time for the cold and flu carousel to spin at full Read More...
Shereen Arent and Sambhali U.S. help uplift 80,000+ women and girls in India
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Women and youth empowerment through education Welcome to the final week of The Optimist Daily’s Annual Local Changemakers series, where we’ve spent five weeks celebrating community-rooted leaders driving bold solutions across the globe. We close this Read More...
How to handle confrontation the right way with expert tips for managing conflict
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Confrontation is often something people dread. It can cause anxiety and discomfort, but that does not always have to be the case. Addressing disputes head-on is essential for personal development and relationship building. Experts agree that confrontation, Read More...
NHS expands free morning-after pill access across England: a major win for women’s health
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a sweeping expansion of women’s health services, the National Health Service (NHS) made the morning-after pill available for free across nearly 10,000 pharmacies in England. The change, which began this week, means anyone who needs emergency Read More...
How Ali Casparian turned food, healing, and heartbreak into a wellness movement
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Dignity and wellness access for underserved populations Welcome to the fourth installment of The Optimist Daily’s Annual Local Changemakers series. Over five weeks, we’re spotlighting ten extraordinary individuals and organizations transforming their Read More...
Shower the People: How Gwen Watkins built a mobile hygiene hub and a legacy of dignity
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Dignity and wellness access for underserved populations Welcome to the fourth week of The Optimist Daily’s Annual Local Changemakers series. This week, we highlight leaders ensuring that basic human needs like hygiene, nourishment, and health are met with Read More...
How a pop-up apple orchard is turning surplus into joy and helping New Yorkers in need
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM As Thanksgiving approaches, Manhattan is getting an unexpected gift: a pop-up apple orchard right in the heart of the city. And behind this sweet surprise is The Farmlink Project, a college-student-founded nonprofit that has become one of the most inspiring Read More...
How a small idea on two wheels grew into a community kids can’t wait to join
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM By the time the first bell rings on Fridays in Montclair, New Jersey, something remarkable has already unfolded across town. Children burst out of their houses balancing backpacks and helmets, neighbors wave from porches, and parents gather on sidewalks as Read More...