Erica Sweeney

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Freelance journalist :: Bylines @nytimes @MensHealthMag @businessinsider @washingtonpost @HuffPost + more :: [email protected]

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How to Address the Security Risks of AI Collaboration Tools

1 week ago | vktr.com | Erica Sweeney

From roofing firms to coffee shops, businesses are rethinking cybersecurity in the age of AI. ChatGPT, Slack and other artificial intelligence (AI) collaboration tools helped Lava Roofing Maui in Hawaii connect its employees and be more organized and efficient. But owner and CEO Daniel Roberts didn’t anticipate that these platforms could bring cyber risks. “Security wasn’t top-of-mind right away, mainly because roofing and construction typically feel far removed from cyber threats,” Roberts said.
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1 week ago | vktr.com | Erica Sweeney

AI DisruptionVKTR brings you the AI trends, use cases and implementations that are revolutionizing work — across industries and roles.
Knowing the Difference Between Stress and Anxiety Helps You Learn to Cope

1 week ago | menshealth.com | Erica Sweeney

WHEN YOU FEEL overwhelmed or worried about something, you probably don’t stop to figure out about whether you’re stressed or anxious. Both feelings are common and can affect your daily life—but experts say it's not all that important to know the difference. “People often experience distress, and they don’t know how to put it into words,” says Elizabeth Hoge, M.D., director of the Anxiety Disorders Research Program at Georgetown University Medical Center.
How to Address the Security Risks of AI Collaboration Tools

1 week ago | reworked.co | Erica Sweeney

From roofing firms to coffee shops, businesses are rethinking cybersecurity in the age of AI. ChatGPT, Slack and other artificial intelligence (AI) collaboration tools helped Lava Roofing Maui in Hawaii connect its employees and be more organized and efficient. But owner and CEO Daniel Roberts didn’t anticipate that these platforms could bring cyber risks. “Security wasn’t top-of-mind right away, mainly because roofing and construction typically feel far removed from cyber threats,” Roberts said.
¿Qué es mejor para mi dolor: Tylenol o Advil?

1 week ago | infobae.com | Erica Sweeney

Drugs (Pharmaceuticals)Pain-Relieving DrugsContent Type: ServiceNonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)Tylenol (Drug)Aleve (Drug)Migraine HeadachesIbuprofen (Drug)PainAspirinHeadachesP: Nunca sé qué tipo de analgésico de venta libre debo utilizar para los distintos tipos de dolor, como dolores de cabeza, esguinces de tobillo o dolor muscular. ¿Cuál funciona mejor para estas distintas situaciones?
Does Masturbation Raise or Lower Testosterone? Doctors Explain.

1 week ago | menshealth.com | Lisa Mulcahy |Erica Sweeney

Welcome to Testosterone HQ—Men's Health's guide to the exciting, complicated, and fascinating world of testosterone. For everything you need to know about T, click here. MASTURBATION IS GOOD for you in so many ways. It can lower stress, boost your mood, and help you sleep. And, ejaculating regularly can even potentially lower your risk for prostate cancer and may help you live longer. But how does it affect your testosterone? It’s tricky.
Should You Take a Vitamin D Supplement?

1 week ago | time.com | Erica Sweeney

Vitamin D does a lot for your body, supporting strong bones, muscle movement, your immune system, and more. Taking a vitamin D supplement may seem like a quick and easy way to boost these benefits—but doctors say there are a few things to know first. “There’s no question that vitamin D is essential for good health,” says Dr. JoAnn Manson, chief of the division of preventive medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital who researches vitamin D supplementation.
Tylenol o Advil?

1 week ago | nytimes.com | Erica Sweeney

Pregúntale a wellNo todos los analgésicos actúan de la misma forma. Te decimos cómo saber cuál es el ideal para ti. Credit... Eric Helgas para The New York Times P: Nunca sé qué tipo de analgésico de venta libre debo utilizar para los distintos tipos de dolor, como dolores de cabeza, esguinces de tobillo o dolor muscular. ¿Cuál funciona mejor para estas distintas situaciones?
The One Thing You Should Never, Ever Do Immediately After a Hot Shower, According to Dermatologists

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Erica Sweeney

There’s nothing more relaxing and rejuvenating than a hot shower. It gets your blood flowing, relaxes your muscles and lowers your stress levels. But there are a few after-shower habits that dermatologists say you should break—and some that you should add to your routine—to boost your skin health. 🩺SIGN UP for tips to stay healthy & fit with the top moves, clean eats, health trends & more delivered right to your inbox twice a week💊First, consider the temperature of your shower.
These ‘Plasticizer’ Chemicals Are Found in Shampoo and Pizza Boxes. But Are They Harmful to Your Health?

1 week ago | menshealth.com | Erica Sweeney

PHTHALATES ARE OFTEN referred to as the “everywhere chemicals.” That’s because they’re found in so many different products that you probably use every day. “Everything from vinyl flooring and window coverings, to medical devices like IV tubing and blood bags, to perfumes and other personal care products,” says Stephanie Engel, Ph.D., professor of epidemiology and deputy director of the Center for Environmental Health and Susceptibility at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.