The Difference Between Stress and Anxiety

You’re feeling on edge, your sleep is off, and your thoughts are racing. Is it just a stressful week, or something deeper? Stress and anxiety share many symptoms, but they’re not the same thing—and coping with anxiety requires a slightly different approach than dealing with stress. Here’s what to know.  The differences “Many people use … Read more

Can Air Conditioning Make You Sick?

At the height of the tuberculosis epidemic in the 19th century, doctors began advising people to venture outside to escape the “bad air” in their homes. In the 1960s, by contrast, AC became widespread in the U.S., increasing the appeal of staying inside. These days, many of us—the so-called “indoor generation”—spend summer mostly inside, relying … Read more