By Marzia KhanReviewed by Danielle Ellis, B.Sc. IntroductionThe ubiquitous concept of walking 10,000 steps a day originated in 1965 in the country of Japan. Dr. Yoshiro Hatano invented the pedometer, naming it “Manpo-kei,” which translates to “10,000-step meter.” One would think this figure originated from years of significant scientific research; however, it was actually an...
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Mythbusting; Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
By Sarah Moore Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc. Almost half of women are plagued by urinary tract infections (UTIs) throughout a lifetime. The condition, while generally manageable, impacts the quality of life and can lead to more serious illnesses, such as kidney infections and sepsis – a life-threatening response to infection. Education and access to...