Throughout recorded history, our hair and nails have played an vital role in determining who we are and our social status. You could say they separate the caveman from the businessman. So it’s no surprise that many of us have gained a fresh level of appreciation for our hairdressers and nail technicians during COVID restrictions. […]
After committing to a global plan to end cervical cancer, Modern Zealand is lagging behind Australia and other countries in tackling this preventable disease. Every year approx 175 New Zealanders were diagnosed cervical cancer and 55 people die from it. Human papillomavirus (HPV) causes 95% of cervical cancers and some throat and anal cancers. Modern […]
Imagine putting on socks one morning and noticing that your massive toe, which has been hurting for weeks, has started to turn black. A visit to a doctor ends with an urgent referral to a specialist. They say that to save the foot, bypass surgery is needed on the blocked artery in the thigh. This […]
You’ve probably seen a lot of advertisements for products and services aimed at making you safer online. When you turn on your TV, watch ads online, or even when you receive in-app notifications, you’re likely to come across cybersecurity technology touted as the best solution and the last line of defense against digital threats. Cybersecurity […]
As we enter the fresh year armed with resolutions to improve our lives, there’s a good chance we’ll be carrying around something less useful: extra pounds. At least half a kilogram, to be precise. A “scale break” doesn’t have to be inevitable. Here’s what’s behind this insidious annual phenomenon and some practical steps to prevent […]
There’s a good chance that the end of the year has made you take stock of some of your Modern Year’s resolutions for 2024. Perhaps, like us, you bought a home spinning bike or rowing machine in January. Most likely, in March you realized that you used much less of it than you planned. And […]
On December 30, 2021, o fire caused by wind raced through two communities just outside Boulder, Colorado. In about eight hours, over 1000 houses and businesses burned down. The fire left entire blocks in ash, but among them fragments of houses survivedseemingly untouched. The owners of these homes may have felt relief at first. However, […]
It’s the morning after a massive night and you’re feeling the effects of too much alcohol. Therefore, it may be tempting to “freshen up” and relieve your hangover by swimming at the beach or taking a dip in the chilly waters of your local river or swimming pool. But you might want to think twice. […]
There is no doubt that exercise is there good for the heart. Regular exercise lowers blood pressure and cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart attack or stroke. However, sometimes it can be hard to find the time (and motivation) to exercise. So what’s the least amount of exercise you can do while still maintaining […]
Over the last year, books include: Less Patrick Grant and documentaries such as Buy now: shopping conspiracy encouraged consumers to rethink their internalized beliefs that more consumption equals a better life. We are entering a modern year. This is a great time to reflect and get rid of some consumer myths that are harmful to […]