Photo by Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo A collective failure by political leaders to heed warnings and prepare for an infectious disease pandemic has transformed "a world at risk" to a "world in disorder", according to a report on international epidemic preparedness."Financial and political investments in preparedness have been insufficient, and we are all paying the price,"…
I’m a grown woman and I’ve never eaten sushi. I’ve never tasted avocado or grapefruit or chicken wings or pickles or yogurt and, not to rock your world, but I’ve never had a cup of coffee. In fact, the list of foods I’ve never eaten is far, far longer than the list of those I…
Osprey’s Kestrel 45 is the perfect “all things for all hikers” pack, especially for those looking to buy just one bag. The 45-liter capacity is well-sized for dayhikes and overnighters. It features a classic rucksack silhouette but with all the best features of a modern pack, including comfortable straps and a hip belt, plus a
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.” QUINCY, Calif. — When Taletha Washburn and the staff at Plumas Charter School first heard that California wanted to help schools treat more kids struggling with mental health, it felt
4 min read AT A GLANCE, getting good sleep seems pretty straightforward. Get (roughly) 8 hours of sleep every night. Check. Make sure nothing is waking you up in the middle of the night. Double check. But as you go down your checklist, have you crossed off what should be item number one? It turns