In a twist that's sure to raise eyebrows in hospital wards worldwide, a new study suggests that the gentle waft of rose oil may be more effective at easing the sting of an IV insertion than the reassuring grip of a human hand. This finding not only challenges our assumptions about pain management but also opens up fragrant new possibilities for patient care.
In the face of the mounting costs of anxiety in the U.S. and globally, here are seven substances that act as natural anti-anxiety agents and may make a difference in addressing the unprecedented levels of stress people are facing today, in the wake of the COVID crisis.
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