Frank Racioppi
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I am a South Jersey-based author who is a writer for the Ear Worthy publication, which appears on Vocal, Substack, Medium, Blogger, Tumblr, and social media. Ear Worthy offers daily podcast reviews, recommendations, and articles.
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Your Eyes and an Alzheimer's Diagnosis Test
Alzheimer's disease is a degenerative neural disease caused by an abnormal build-up of proteins in the brain that kills cells and damages connections between neurons. Common symptoms include memory loss, difficulty thinking, disorientation and other kinds of cognitive decline. Symptoms can also include vision problems, especially trouble with spatial relationships and depth perception. Some patients develop trouble reading, following moving objects, or have problems with contrast.
By Frank Racioppi6 years ago in Longevity
Your Body's Defense Against COVID-19
Why do some people get seriously ill from COVID-19 and others show slight or no symptoms? The simple answer is that right now scientists and disease experts aren’t exactly sure, but one fact seems clear: The health of your immune system is a substantial factor in how each person reacts to a COVID-19 viral infection.
By Frank Racioppi6 years ago in Longevity
A Hero Who Speaks The Language of Compassion
The Statue of Liberty stands tall in the New York Harbor, still broadcasting a simple but important message. “Welcome.” But in the last few years, that nation-defining message has been obscured by those who would ignite the embers of fear and hatred. Too often, even those who enter this country legally to pursue their individual dream and then be a collective part of the American Dream are met with suspicion, enmity and sometimes even violence.
By Frank Racioppi6 years ago in Education
Spectacular Failures Podcast Review
Business podcasts that celebrate success are as numerous as the pixels on a 4K television. Inspirational stories about Jobs, Gates, other quasi-demented tech startup wizards appear like pop-up ads on podcasts earnestly attempting to revel in the success of others.
By Frank Racioppi6 years ago in Journal
New Study on Hearing Loss and Ear Plugs
A new study confirms that earplugs can shield you from the temporary hearing loss that can happen after a high-decibel music concert. While getting millennials to wear earplugs at concerts may be a long shot, one expert said the threat to their hearing is real.
By Frank Racioppi6 years ago in Longevity
