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Environmental concerns play a major role in the lives of our older adults, and pollution can shorten lifespans, decrease independence, and affect overall health.

Where is our next plastic straw movement going to come from?

Christopher Nial - November 20, 2024

At COP29’s Green Zone, the Extreme Hangout Pavilion buzzed with energy as a diverse panel of leaders and changemakers tackled a pressing question: Where is our next plastic straw movement going to come from?

Contact Lenses and Cancer: Is There a Connection?

Michael Hunter, MD - May 17, 2023

MANY SOFT CONTACT LENSES CONTAIN COMPOUNDS associated with health problems, including autoimmune disorders, fertility problems, cancer, liver problems, and kidney disease. This article explores whether there is a connection between contact lenses and cancer.

The Climate Tech Paradox: Innovation Surges, But Who Pays?

Gil Bashe, Medika Life Editor - November 20, 2025

Climate tech stands at a defining crossroads of success. On one side are the innovators protecting the essentials of human survival: clean water, breathable...

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