Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
samedi 11 avril 2020
Never Have I Ever: Is Mindy Kaling's New Netflix Show Autobiographical? Here's What She Says
Mindy Kaling's new Netflix comedy, Never Have I Ever, is set to be one of the buzziest comedies of the year, not least because it's rumored to be about Kaling herself! Although the show tells a fictional story with fictional characters, Kaling has been very open about the fact that the show and its characters are inspired by her own early life as an Indian-American girl growing up in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Here's how much of Kaling's real life we can expect to see in the show.
At the heart of Never Have I Ever is Kaling's desire to tell a story about the kinds of characters she would have related to when she was a teenager, but that don't get portrayed very often. "Nerds are not only the wallflowers and the quiet ones," Kaling said at a Variety event. "We're ambitious, we have obnoxious personalities sometimes, we want to have sex and dreams like all the other kids." It's an experience, she explained, that she could relate to closely, which made the creative process even more special and personal. "I felt lucky to be able to do a show about an Indian nerd who's also badly behaved, to show that because I'm deeply familiar with it."
The show focuses on Devi, a first-generation Indian-American teenage girl who is an overachieving, whip-smart high school sophomore who also happens to have a short temper that tends to get her into sticky situations. Canadian newcomer Maitreyi Ramakrishnan snagged the role from over 15,000 applicants who auditioned after Kaling posted an open casting call online. In the first trailer, Devi prays for the chance to go to a party with alcohol and drugs (so she can turn them down, of course), for a hot non-nerd boyfriend, and for a better handle on body hair.
Never Have I Ever debuts its first season on Apr. 27 on Netflix, and we know it'll make us laugh and think in the best way!
Semana Santa Has Changed For Mi Familia, but This Year, We’re Going Back to Basics - Virtually
Ever since mis hermanos y yo became adults, Easter at home took a different turn. We all followed our dreams, which took us to different countries, and things obviously changed. They'll be a new type of different this year, so I'm looking back on old traditions to create new ones in which we all can be together - even if it's virtually.
When we were little we'd get the whole Semana Santa off, and retreat just outside of Santo Domingo - where we lived - in a modest house my dad built from the ground up that became our refuge in a way.
Our days were very low key, with tíos and tías that were not really blood related - but who we still considered family - popping up here and there to hang out, take a dip in the pool, grill some meat on the BBQ, and have some drinks.
On Maundy Thursday we'd drive to our church in the city for "el lavado de los pies" and after mass, we'd go church hopping to see how each place of worship was celebrating Holy Week. At night, we'd go back to our refuge. Friday and Saturday were very quiet, as we were supposed to be mourning the death of Jesus, so we weren't allowed to be loud, play music that wasn't classical music, or take part in anything that resembled a celebration.
Related: Why Semana Santa Was More Than Spring Break in My Household
At night, my siblings and I would watch the many movies about the passion of Christ that the local channels would broadcast, and anxiously wait for Easter. On Easter Sunday my mom would surprise us with kits to decorate our own Easter eggs, and then my siblings and I had to go get ready for la visita - there was always visita coming that day.
As we got ready, my parents hid the eggs in the backyard, and then we had to go find them. Once the visita arrived, the music would get louder, dancing would ensue, and the whole day felt like a big, happy party. Late in the afternoon, we'd pack up and head back to the city, stopping at church first for the Domingo de Resurrección mass, which was another big celebration where hugs, kisses, and congratulations floated around in a cheerful environment.
As my siblings and I got older and went to college, Semana Santa became a long weekend instead of the whole week, from Maundy Thursday to Easter Sunday. My parents would try to scope where most of our friends would be spending their days off so we could all have a nice family-friends balance, and the only rule now was that on Friday we were not allowed to party, and we had to wait until at least 10pm on Saturday before we went out, out of respect for Jesus. On Sunday, family time - most likely lunch - was mandatory.
Related: How Celebrating Passover Brought Me Closer to My Catholic Upbringing
Eventually, my siblings and I moved out to different countries - all 3 of us - so Easter became more of a "celebrate how you can" holiday. However, with the world's turn of events, we've been trying to go back to the things that really make us feel safe, which for us, is family. We've agreed on a Zoom lunch/dinner - since we're in different time zones too - where everyone is required to cook something to bring to the virtual table.
Casual attire is preferred, just so we can get out of our PJs and actually put some effort, and our best attitude is required. As for me in particular, I think I'll also live stream a mass even though I'm not necessarily the most religious person anymore. I do think that holding onto the things from your past that made you comfortable can bring a lot of peace, and after all, I was taught that this holiday is about Jesus anyways, so might as well honor that in the process.
If You Have Never Seen the Original Punk'd, You Need to Watch It ASAP - Here's How
Punk'd is back, y'all, and no, you aren't being "punk'd" right now. This practical joke reality series first debuted on MTV back in 2003 and ran through 2007, with Ashton Kutcher serving as producer and host. In the series, he'd pull hilarious pranks on his fellow celebs, and though the series was revived a few different times (once in 2012 by MTV, and again in 2013 by BET), nothing could ever really beat the original series - except maybe until now. In January 2020, it was announced that a new Punk'd reboot will premiere on Quibi with Chance the Rapper at the helm, and we're definitely down to give this reboot a chance (LOL). Of course, before we fully dive into the new series, which premiered April 6, it feels necessary to rewatch all of Ashton Kutcher's old episodes first.
Luckily, if you're looking to binge the first nine seasons of Punk'd, you can do it all in one place. Amazon Prime has all nine seasons available to watch - though we're sorry to say they're not all available to stream for free. For the first four seasons, you can either purchase individual episodes or the entire season, but for seasons five through nine, you have the option to stream for free with MTV Hits on Amazon. A subscription to MTV Hits on Amazon costs $5.99 a month and gives you access to a ton of classic MTV reality series, like Laguna Beach, Jersey Shore, The Challenge, and more. You can also get a seven-day free trial to MTV Hits, so if you think you can watch five seasons of Punk'd in seven days, then go for it.
Don't get us wrong - we're just as excited for this Punk'd reboot as Chance the Rapper. As he said in a press statement, "Punk'd is one of MTV's most iconic franchises. I grew up watching this show and it's surreal to be in the driver's seat this time around on Quibi." And we're ready to come along for the ride . . . after we revisit all of Kutcher's classic pranks.
Thank You, Dwyane Wade, For Showing Us All How to Make Deep-Fried Red Velvet Oreos
If you're currently reading this while standing in front of an open fridge and trying to decide what to snack on next (aka my routine 10 times a day), I'd like to direct your attention to Dwyane Wade's Instagram account. In a post on Wednesday, Dwyane shared a video of himself cooking up a treat so indulgent that I need a glass of milk just looking at it: deep-fried, red velvet Double Stuf Oreos. (In the caption, Dwayne joked that sweets are his worst enemy.)
The recipe begins by creating a red velvet cake batter from scratch, which includes combining the following ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Once the red velvet cake batter is made, dip your Double Stuf Oreos into the mixture until fully coated. Next, deep-fry each Oreo for about one minute or until the bubbles around the edge of the cookie start to disappear. Gabrielle and the rest of the family definitely have a delicious dessert to look forward to. See Dwyane's full video here and try the recipe for yourself.
The Olive & June Manicure Kit Is, Hands Down, the Best Thing I've Bought Recently
If there is one beauty and self-care ritual I like to keep up with, it's getting my nails done. I can skip a blowout or a facial if need be, but I really love having my nails done. I just feel like myself with a fresh coat of polish. However, I haven't set foot in a nail salon in two months, and while I appreciated the time for my nails to take a polish break, I wanted a little creature comfort. I ordered the Olive & June Studio Kit ($50), and it's a game changer.
I am not a natural artist; the worst grade I ever got in high school was in drawing and painting. I don't even own nail polish; I always use the salon's. So I was super excited to try the Poppy ($16), the Olive & June universal nail polish tool. The idea is that you put the poppy over your nail polish bottle, and it keeps your hand steady so you can paint easily. Reader, it works. It works astonishingly well. I used their brand of polish (which by the way might be the best polish ever), and the above picture is my nails after seven days, no touch ups or anything. Not bad for my very first at-home manicure.
I was reluctant to dive into a manicure kit because I felt like I was washing my hands so often that polish felt futile. However, there is a unique joy I feel in looking down at my fingers and seeing my lavender polish. I'm not only proud that I was able to tackle something I had previously designated impossible, I'm also proud that I did something for myself, and I highly recommend finding something that brings you joy. I'm already thinking about my next manicure.
Dermatologists Make a Shocking Discovery: Skin Rashes Might Be a Symptom of the Coronavirus
Facebook groups often serve as a safe space for people with shared experiences - from new moms to book lovers to dermatologists - to swap stories, advice, and new discoveries among peers. For doctors across the country in particular, and as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the US, many are putting their heads together in such groups to find ways to limit the spread of the coronavirus through photos and information they've gathered on the frontline.
One of the latest takeaways, dermatologist Sandra Lee, MD, (or widely known as Dr. Pimple Popper) told POPSUGAR, is the note of a common symptom people who have tested positive for the virus seem to share: skin rashes.
"Around 20 percent of people we've noticed are experiencing these skin rashes, these skin findings associated with COVID," she said "They are even finding that they're associated with people who are asymptomatic, meaning they don't have any other symptoms but they end up testing positive, and this was their presentation, or this was their initial presentation before they got really sick. That can mean that you're an asymptomatic carrier, and they're finding that in young people. It doesn't happen in everybody, but this is a sign, and it's useful for nurses and physicians."
To be clear, this finding has not been acknowledged by public health officials or the CDC, and if you notice any symptoms at all, your first course of action should be to call your doctor. Still, Dr. Lee says it could be especially helpful for anyone staying at home to know that a new skin eruption on you or someone you've been in contact with could be something to look out for - so that you can detect it early and limit the spread of the virus.
There are two rashes to look out for: chilbains and livedoid patterns. If you notice these for the first time and have never experienced them before, contact your doctor.
As for what to look for? "There are two rashes we've noticed," she said (and in this next part, you might want to Google). "A lot of people are getting what is called chilbains, which looks like little purple bumps or spots on your fingers or toes that hurt when you touch them. The other rash is a net-like colored pattern you can get on your body called livedoid pattern. It's the same signs as vasculitis, meaning inflammation in your blood vessels, but in these cases it's not vasculitis."
To help get the word out, Dr. Lee also created a video (above) to share the full details. "It's so wonderful to see how doctors are all coming together online to share [their findings], and it's working. This is how they're saving lives."
POPSUGAR aims to give you the most accurate and up-to-date information about the coronavirus, but details and recommendations about this pandemic may have changed since publication. For the latest information on COVID-19, please check out resources from the WHO, CDC, and local public health departments.
Embark on a Sweet Escape With 38 Spring Desserts
Everyone needs a sweet escape, especially when the weather's as sunny and temperate as spring. Let these 38 desserts, all bright and sunny in flavor and starring seasonal fruits, take you on a sugary getaway. From frozen yogurt popsicle bars to avocado ice creams, and even a no-bake watermelon cake (Yum!), there's not a single treat that's not mouthwatering in taste. Even better, many of these recipes are vegan and keto-friendly, so there's an option for everyone. Get excited for warmer days, budding leaves, and the smell of fresh-cut grass with the refreshing dessert ideas ahead!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
Never Have I Ever: Is Mindy Kaling's New Netflix Show Autobiographical? Here's What She Says
Mindy Kaling's new Netflix comedy, Never Have I Ever, is set to be one of the buzziest comedies of the year, not least because it's rumored to be about Kaling herself! Although the show tells a fictional story with fictional characters, Kaling has been very open about the fact that the show and its characters are inspired by her own early life as an Indian-American girl growing up in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Here's how much of Kaling's real life we can expect to see in the show.
At the heart of Never Have I Ever is Kaling's desire to tell a story about the kinds of characters she would have related to when she was a teenager, but that don't get portrayed very often. "Nerds are not only the wallflowers and the quiet ones," Kaling said at a Variety event. "We're ambitious, we have obnoxious personalities sometimes, we want to have sex and dreams like all the other kids." It's an experience, she explained, that she could relate to closely, which made the creative process even more special and personal. "I felt lucky to be able to do a show about an Indian nerd who's also badly behaved, to show that because I'm deeply familiar with it."
The show focuses on Devi, a first-generation Indian-American teenage girl who is an overachieving, whip-smart high school sophomore who also happens to have a short temper that tends to get her into sticky situations. Canadian newcomer Maitreyi Ramakrishnan snagged the role from over 15,000 applicants who auditioned after Kaling posted an open casting call online. In the first trailer, Devi prays for the chance to go to a party with alcohol and drugs (so she can turn them down, of course), for a hot non-nerd boyfriend, and for a better handle on body hair.
Never Have I Ever debuts its first season on Apr. 27 on Netflix, and we know it'll make us laugh and think in the best way!
Embark on a Sweet Escape With 38 Spring Desserts
Everyone needs a sweet escape, especially when the weather's as sunny and temperate as spring. Let these 38 desserts, all bright and sunny in flavor and starring seasonal fruits, take you on a sugary getaway. From frozen yogurt popsicle bars to avocado ice creams, and even a no-bake watermelon cake (Yum!), there's not a single treat that's not mouthwatering in taste. Even better, many of these recipes are vegan and keto-friendly, so there's an option for everyone. Get excited for warmer days, budding leaves, and the smell of fresh-cut grass with the refreshing dessert ideas ahead!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
vendredi 10 avril 2020
Discover New Favorite Books and Read More in 2020 With the POPSUGAR Reading Challenge
We're not even going to try to play it cool. The sixth annual POPSUGAR Reading Challenge is about to up your 2020 reading game in a big way. In addition to the 40 standard book challenge prompts, we're bringing back the 10 "advanced" prompts for those bibliophiles out there looking for something extra. Are you ready for a plot twist? This year, the advanced section is all 2020-themed, from "a book set in the 1920s" to "a book with a character with a vision impairment or enhancement (a nod to 20/20 vision)."
Another way the 2020 reading challenge is better than ever is that we now have an exclusive POPSUGAR Book Club on Facebook! Join this well-read community of POPSUGAR editors and fellow readers from around the world to swap reading recs for the challenge, reach out when you're stumped on a prompt, share bullet-journaling ideas, or just chat about the latest page-turner you're obsessed with. In fact, one of the prompts is "a book recommended by your favorite blog, vlog, podcast, or online book club," and our members have been actively sharing their reading recs in the group!
We hope this year's challenge broadens your horizons and reboots your love of reading in 2020, maybe even pushing you to read something you never would have picked up before purely based on the "a book you picked up because the title caught your attention" or "a book with a great first line" prompts. Who knows, you may uncover a new favorite genre like bildungsroman, get a fresh perspective from "a book by a trans or nonbinary author," learn something about "a subject you know nothing about," or be transported to "a country beginning with 'C'" that you've always wanted to visit.
Whatever path you take in 2020, we've said it before, and we'll say it again: the point of the POPSUGAR Reading Challenge is to have fun! So who's ready to get started?
Download our printable list here, checking off the books as you go, and pin the handy graphic ahead for reference. Share your progress on Instagram with #popsugarreadingchallenge.
If you're looking for an easy way to digitally track and rate the books you've read for the challenge, we'd suggest also joining this Goodreads group made up of readers who participate in the POPSUGAR Reading Challenge every year.
To help you get started, we're also sharing hand-picked suggestions from our editors and Facebook book club members for what to read for all 50 prompts that make up the 2020 POPSUGAR Reading Challenge!
- Additional reporting by Lilli Boice
Conquer Your Workout With Our 15 Favorite Leggings For Women
No matter how impressive our workout wardrobe may be, we've always got room for more leggings. In honor of the new decade (woah), there have been quite a few pairs that made it into our Hall of Fame. If you're going to crush your New Year's goals, treat yourself to a great new pair of leggings. We love them because they're obviously great to sweat in, but they're also ideal if your weekend plans consist of sitting on the couch. Of all the styles you could possibly choose, these are our 15 favorites.
We know what you're thinking. How could we possibly pick favorite leggings? They're all awesome. Well, while this is true, there are certain pairs that are a cut above the rest, and we found them. Now all you have to do is get moving.
The 15 Greatest Supernatural Monster-of-the-Week Episodes
Despite the finale being delayed, Supernatural is likely still signing off in 2020. Before we say goodbye to Sam and Dean for good, it's time to look back on a few of the episodes that make the series endlessly rewatchable. As much as I enjoy the show's overarching mythology, Supernatural's monster of the week episodes are the ones that I revisit over and over again. The episodes that focus on the Winchester brothers hitting the road to solve a mystery tend to be the most comforting episodes - even when they make me sleep with the lights on. The inventiveness of season 11's "Baby," season three's surprisingly emotional "Mystery Spot," and the real scares in season one's "Bloody Mary" are just a few examples of just how much fun it is to leave the battles between Heaven and Hell behind and focus on what the Winchesters do best: save people and hunt things.
With 15 seasons worth of episodes to choose from, a list of the best Supernatural monster of the week episodes could be practically endless, so I've made some hard cuts (I still love you "Ghostfacers"). But at the end of the day these 15 Supernatural episodes showcase why this show has endured for 15 years and earned a legion of devoted fans in the process.
27 Exciting Debut Authors You Can Support During the Shutdowns
An author's debut novel is an incredible and exciting achievement - which is why it's so disappointing that many debut authors have had their launches affected by the shutdowns caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. From early Spring debuts that had no time to build momentum to Summer debuts with cancelled book tours and more, these authors and many more have had this major moment overshadowed by the global pandemic. Luckily, being under lockdown is a great time to get some reading done, and there's no better thing than to support some of these authors whose debuts aren't quite unfolding the way they might have dreamed. Ahead, we've rounded up over two dozen amazing debut novels, perfect for a broad range of genres, interests, and demographics. Keep reading to see which debut authors you definitely shouldn't miss in the next few months!
50 Easter Recipes to Celebrate the Arrival of Spring
Whether you celebrate the religious aspects of the holiday or not, it's fun to observe the arrival of spring with a special Easter meal (even if it's just yourself doing so!). From tasty and hearty brunch recipes to lunch ideas, and even a few early dinner options, there's a recipe in here for any time of day - plus boozy cocktails to go with it! Make this Easter celebration one that your tastebuds will remember with recipe choices like bourbon-glazed ham or a simple strawberry tart, all of which can be mixed and matched into a memorable Easter meal. What're you waiting for? You might as well start planning your feast!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes and Lauren Harano
Conquer Your Workout With Our 15 Favorite Leggings For Women
No matter how impressive our workout wardrobe may be, we've always got room for more leggings. In honor of the new decade (woah), there have been quite a few pairs that made it into our Hall of Fame. If you're going to crush your New Year's goals, treat yourself to a great new pair of leggings. We love them because they're obviously great to sweat in, but they're also ideal if your weekend plans consist of sitting on the couch. Of all the styles you could possibly choose, these are our 15 favorites.
We know what you're thinking. How could we possibly pick favorite leggings? They're all awesome. Well, while this is true, there are certain pairs that are a cut above the rest, and we found them. Now all you have to do is get moving.
50 Easter Recipes to Celebrate the Arrival of Spring
Whether you celebrate the religious aspects of the holiday or not, it's fun to observe the arrival of spring with a special Easter meal (even if it's just yourself doing so!). From tasty and hearty brunch recipes to lunch ideas, and even a few early dinner options, there's a recipe in here for any time of day - plus boozy cocktails to go with it! Make this Easter celebration one that your tastebuds will remember with recipe choices like bourbon-glazed ham or a simple strawberry tart, all of which can be mixed and matched into a memorable Easter meal. What're you waiting for? You might as well start planning your feast!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes and Lauren Harano
The 35 Best Toys That 4-Year-Olds Will Love
Shopping for kids' toys isn't as easy as it sounds, mostly because there are thousands of endless options out there. How do you find the one they'll love? To help you find the absolute best choices, we narrowed in on an age group. So if you have a 4-year-old on your hands, you're in luck. We searched high and low on the internet to uncover the hottest toys every kid that age dreams of. We turned to retailers like Amazon and Target, because their selections are filled with fun picks and they have great (and fast) shipping options.
Ahead, we've curated a list of 35 popular and useful toys that will no doubt put a smile on your little one's face, because who doesn't love that? You'll find everything from STEM toys, which encourage learning and cognitive skills, to paint and coloring sets for the budding artist, or just fun backyard toys. Keep reading to shop our ultimate guide to the best gifts out there right now.
50 Easter Recipes to Celebrate the Arrival of Spring
Whether you celebrate the religious aspects of the holiday or not, it's fun to observe the arrival of spring with a special Easter meal (even if it's just yourself doing so!). From tasty and hearty brunch recipes to lunch ideas, and even a few early dinner options, there's a recipe in here for any time of day - plus boozy cocktails to go with it! Make this Easter celebration one that your tastebuds will remember with recipe choices like bourbon-glazed ham or a simple strawberry tart, all of which can be mixed and matched into a memorable Easter meal. What're you waiting for? You might as well start planning your feast!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes and Lauren Harano
19 Randomly Awesome Things We Found Hiding at Cost Plus World Market
Forget Disney World, I think Cost Plus World Market is the most magical place on earth. Whether you're looking for a unique snack, seasonal decor, or a fun activity, the retailer offers thousands of fascinating products. Frankly, I could look at them from morning till night.
If you're looking for some mood-boosting must haves that'll brighten your day, we curated a list of the best stuff you can have shipped right to your door. Take a look and treat yourself to something fun.
Transport Yourself to Hogwarts, Disney World, and Beyond With These Fun Zoom Backgrounds
While video chatting with friends, family, and coworkers is great way to keep in touch, at times, it can be challenging to make our calls creative. Once the basic catch-up questions are asked and you've touched upon the weather, it's easy to think: now what? Luckily, Zoom has found a way to make v-chats a million times more fun with the option to add a background, and the outcome is so cool!
You can officially Zoom coworkers and loved ones while "on a vacation in Paris," sitting at Leslie Knope's desk in Parks and Recreation, or in the comfort of "your high-end kitchen," while not lifting a finger besides clicking upload - not even cleaning your apartment! Follow the steps here to change your Zoom background and just make sure your picture's dimensions are 1,920 pixels by 1,080 pixels (or close to it). Check out a few of our favorites and download them for yourself, they're all free!
19 Randomly Awesome Things We Found Hiding at Cost Plus World Market
Forget Disney World, I think Cost Plus World Market is the most magical place on earth. Whether you're looking for a unique snack, seasonal decor, or a fun activity, the retailer offers thousands of fascinating products. Frankly, I could look at them from morning till night.
If you're looking for some mood-boosting must haves that'll brighten your day, we curated a list of the best stuff you can have shipped right to your door. Take a look and treat yourself to something fun.
Dascha Polanco’s Parents Were Small Business Owners, Now She’s Helping Those Affected by Covid-19
Queen of keeping it real Dascha Polanco knows first-hand all the hard work and dedication small business owners put into their projects. Both her parents were immigrants who moved to New York for better opportunities, and started their own small businesses to get their family afloat and provide for their kids.
"My family came to New York and through generations have worked hard to earn a living," Dascha told POPSUGAR. "It was a dream that through hard work and small opportunities they too became small business owners."
The effort was not lost on Dascha, and now she's paying it back and teaming up with Lemonade Stand NY, a clothing brand based in NYC, to raise money for small businesses affected by Covid-19. As part of the "Closed for Good" campaign, Lemonade Stand NY designs a t-shirt for a small business they want to help, teams up with influencers to help promote them, and gives the proceeds from the t-shirts to the struggling businesses.
"It's important for me to have a call to action for small businesses that are closed for the good of our public safety and health," Dascha said. "These businesses are part of our communities, culture, and are hurting. I can't think of a better time for us to unite and help them along everything else."
Dascha kicked off the campaign with the first "Closed For Good" T-Shirt ($25) to help support Washington Heights-based eatery "Locksmith Bar." While Dascha is originally from Brooklyn, she became a Washington Heights resident when she was filming Orange is the New Black, and strengthened her connection to the neighborhood last summer as she was filming her leading role in In The Heights.
The organization will soon announce other businesses they'll be supporting in New York and elsewhere. "There's no community without unity, it should be reciprocal: you extend a hand, you embrace that hand. That is power. Circle of life. Humanity," Dascha said.
Selena Gomez Sings About Growing Up, Wanting a Man, and (Possibly) a Famous Ex in 3 New Songs
Selena Gomez is keeping her fans well fed this year, dropping hit after hit and topping it all by releasing a deluxe edition of her album Rare. Not only does the deluxe edition feature the hits we've been enjoying since she dropped "Lose You to Love Me" in October 2019, but Gomez included three new songs that are sure to be on repeat. Check out "Boyfriend," "Souvenir," and "She" ahead!
I'm a Physician's Wife, and This Is the Most Important Thing You Can Do to Support Doctors
My husband is an ob-gyn at one of the largest hospitals in Detroit, which has seen a surge in cases of COVID-19. For now, he continues to see patients on the ob-gyn floor, visiting the emergency room only for pregnancy- or gynecology-related consults, which occasionally involve patients who are infected with the novel coronavirus. But as the hospital becomes more overwhelmed with cases of COVID-19, strategic measures are being put in place that may eventually require him to assist his fellow doctors and nurses in treating those who are sick.
As the infection rate skyrockets and the death toll mounts, I keep reminding myself that my husband is healthy, and his body is capable of fighting off a virus, however novel it may be. Even if he were to transmit the virus to me or our young daughter, we would likely recover without experiencing any complications, as most people do. It has taken some time, but today I'm not nearly as worried about us as I am about other healthcare workers and the patients who truly need care.
Because I'm married to a doctor, I know more about hospital policies and what's happening on the front lines than most. I know that healthcare professionals are even more exhausted than usual from treating an inordinate number of patients. I know that at times doctors and nurses haven't been able to access the personal protective equipment they need. And I also know that many patients - and those who aren't sick, for that matter - ignore the recommendations of doctors. In this case, those recommendations could help treat and prevent the spread of a deadly virus.
Together we can ease the burden on healthcare workers and overcome COVID-19, but it will take all of us.
Every medical doctor has taken an oath to care for patients to the best of their abilities. The doctors I know would never break that oath. When my husband graduated from medical school, I watched as seasoned physicians and anxious interns alike recited the oath with their whole heart, with tears in their eyes, and with every intention of living up to it. Now, as doctors turn that promise into action, they'll push through the exhaustion in order to help the growing number of patients who fill their ERs. They'll work without a mask if needed, and in turn, sacrifice holding their babies at night. And they'll continue to care for those patients who come back worse than when they left, no matter the circumstances that led them there.
The Hippocratic Oath says, "I will respect the hard-won scientific gains of those physicians in whose steps I walk, and gladly share such knowledge as is mine with those who are to follow." I see this pledge in the eyes of masked physicians across the world, as they study what others have learned about this virus and then treat patients without hesitation, no matter how mentally or physically draining it may be.
Out of respect for the healthcare professionals who are working tirelessly to protect us, let's make the same promise to them. Let's vow to respect the hard-won scientific gains they've made in understanding COVID-19 and put those recommendations into practice in our own lives - and let's make sure our friends, family, and neighbors do the same. Together we can ease the burden on healthcare workers and overcome COVID-19, but it will take all of us.
19 Randomly Awesome Things We Found Hiding at Cost Plus World Market
Forget Disney World, I think Cost Plus World Market is the most magical place on earth. Whether you're looking for a unique snack, seasonal decor, or a fun activity, the retailer offers thousands of fascinating products. Frankly, I could look at them from morning till night.
If you're looking for some mood-boosting must haves that'll brighten your day, we curated a list of the best stuff you can have shipped right to your door. Take a look and treat yourself to something fun.
Transport Yourself to Hogwarts, Disney World, and Beyond With These Fun Zoom Backgrounds
While video chatting with friends, family, and coworkers is great way to keep in touch, at times, it can be challenging to make our calls creative. Once the basic catch-up questions are asked and you've touched upon the weather, it's easy to think: now what? Luckily, Zoom has found a way to make v-chats a million times more fun with the option to add a background, and the outcome is so cool!
You can officially Zoom coworkers and loved ones while "on a vacation in Paris," sitting at Leslie Knope's desk in Parks and Recreation, or in the comfort of "your high-end kitchen," while not lifting a finger besides clicking upload - not even cleaning your apartment! Follow the steps here to change your Zoom background and just make sure your picture's dimensions are 1,920 pixels by 1,080 pixels (or close to it). Check out a few of our favorites and download them for yourself, they're all free!
71 Last Names That Make Adorable First Names
People always point out when someone has two first names - think Michael Jordan - but now it seems to be all about the double last names. We've rounded up over 70 common last names that make adorable first names, which might make using a family moniker for your little one even easier. Read ahead for the cutest first names that started as lasts.
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