Worrying has a bad reputation. But in fact there’s an upside to it, according to Kate Sweeny, Ph.D., a psychology professor at the University of California Riverside. “Not all worry is destructive or even futile,” Sweeny said. “It has motivational benefits, and it acts as an emotional buffer.” In her latest article, “The Surprising Upsides… Continue reading Worrying: It’s Not All Bad
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High-Dose Flu Vaccine: Is It Always Better?
People over 65 are often offered a standard vaccine or a high-dose version. But a new study has found that the higher dosage is effective only for people 85 and older. A new study from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs found that for those between age 65 and 84, the standard vaccine works just… Continue reading High-Dose Flu Vaccine: Is It Always Better?