Solar electricity to dominate half of US power in 2025

Half of America’s new power generation this year could come from solar photovoltaic installations, marking a shift in the nation’s energy infrastructure. Solar electricity is poised to dominate America’s energy expansion in 2025, with developers planning to add 33 gigawatts (GW) of solar photovoltaic capacity – representing more than half of the 64 GW of... Read More

Sustainability

August 21, 2025

AHA Issues New Guidelines for Blood Pressure Management: What to Know

Share on PinterestNew blood pressure guidelines from the AHA recommend starting treatment earlier and abstaining from alcohol. Maskot/Getty Images New blood pressure guidelines from the American Heart Association (AHA) reaffirm earlier recommendations and include some key changes. The new guidelines recommend earlier treatment for high blood pressure and abstaining from alcohol. They also emphasize the... Read More

Health & Wellness

August 21, 2025

Eating potassium-rich foods may help keep depression at bay

Share on PinterestDiets rich in minerals, especially potassium, were linked to a lower depression risk in a new study. Image credit: Vera Lair/Stocksy About 5% of the world’s adult population lives with depression. Past research shows that people can help lower their risk for depression by following healthy lifestyle guidelines, such as eating a nutritious... Read More

Health & Wellness

August 20, 2025

New AHA hypertension guidelines call for less salt, no alcohol

Share on PinterestNew AHA hypertension guidelines suggest diet is key to control. Image credit: alyfromuk2us/Getty Images Hypertension, or high blood pressure, affects around one in every three adults worldwide. It is a risk factor for several health conditions, including heart attack, stroke, heart failure and kidney damage. The American Ηeart Association has recently updated its... Read More

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