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Is too much of a good thing a bad thing? Seems perhaps so when it comes to exercising. Studies in various journals have looked at the impact of gyms, personal trainers, and health clubs on the world and are questioning whether this “exercise addiction” is a socially acceptable practice despite its parallel to eating disorders. Looking good is great, but what is the overall cost to your health?

Some researchers have found that as many as 50% of clinicians suffer from burnout, defined as a long-term stress reaction causing emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and other symptoms that affect quality of life and physical health. According to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, this specific condition is being seen in those in high-pressure fields more regularly than others.

Rehabilitation psychologist Abigail Hardin, PhD, of Rush University Medical Center offers some advice to those waiting for the COVID-19 vaccine, which is especially important given that the vaccines don’t take full effect (around 95% immunity) until days or weeks a number of days after the second dose. She recommends taking a few key steps now to reduce some of the challenges and anxieties that come with a serious illness.

Now that 2021 is here, you’re not alone in trying to possibly lose weight. In fact, an estimated 45 million Americans go on some sort of diet each year. But are you sabotaging yourself even before you get started? As you think about your health goals in this new year, be sure you’re not falling into the trap of these habits, which may seem harmless but are actually culprits when looking at the scale going up.

Although initial animal studies indicated this drug might increase the risk of cancer, current research is showing the opposite. In a large systematic review and meta-analysis, for example, researchers showed that patients who took these drugs before their cancer diagnosis had a 21% lower risk of all-cause mortality and a 31% lower risk of cancer-specific mortality. What is it?

According to several polls (though some said they might change their minds for various reasons), around 4 in 10 Americans have said they will not get a coronavirus vaccine. When it comes to the safety of these vaccines, however, there are good reasons to be confident already. Here are nine explanations to give to a patient, friend, or family member that may be skeptical of the shots.