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2022 August 31

Siccar Point on Mars
Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/MSSS; Processing & License: Kevin M. Gill

Explanation: What created this unusual hill on Mars? No one is sure. A good outlook to survey the surrounding area, Siccar Point stands out from its surroundings in Gale Crater. The unusual mound was visited by the robotic Curiosity rover exploring Mars late last year. Siccar Point not only has a distinctive shape, it has dark rocks above lighter rocks. The apparent much younger age of the dark rocks indicates a time-break in the usual geological ordering of rock layers -- by a process yet unknown. The Martian hill is named for Siccar Point on Earth, a place in Scotland itself distinctive as a junction between two different rock layers. Curiosity continues to explore Gale crater on Mars, looking for clues of ancient life. Simultaneously, 2300 kilometers away, its sister rover Perseverance explores Jezero crater, there assisted by the flight-capable scout Ingenuity.

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… aaand we're back! How's your week going? Do you like our new newsletter so far? We hope so. We're having fun making it for you. But enough about us. We've got more important stuff to talk about, so let's jump in.

Today, we're talking about:

•	eco-anxiety

•	climate change good news (because balance)

•	Fauci stepping down

•	the myth of 10,000 steps a day

•	fall scents for your home

Be well,
Morgan Mandriota
Newsletter Editor, Healthline

Written by Morgan Mandriota
August 24, 2022 • 5 min read

what's got us buzzing

Do you have eco-anxiety? Us, too

With rising temps, tornadoes, mudslides, hurricanes, and wildfires, the world's literally and figuratively on fire — leading many of us to experience something called eco-anxiety.

Eco-anxiety is exactly what it sounds like. Our friends over at Medical News Today define it as a fear of environmental damage or ecological disaster. It's a pervasive feeling of helplessness that can negatively affect your daily life.

Do you relate? The largest study ever conducted on climate anxiety found that 75% of young folks between the ages of 16 and 25 years agree "the future is frightening." And in another 2021 survey, more than 56% of participants believe "humanity is doomed." Experts claim these feelings can lead to negative side effects like insomnia, irritability, and depression.

Whether you feel hopeless, scared, anxious, or something in between, we're here with ways to cope and manage these potentially harmful feelings. Learn what causes it, take breaks from reading scary news, get involved in your community, and seek therapy if you need it.

Tl;dr – Eco-anxiety affects more than half of young people, but there are ways to cope and make the effects of climate change feel a little less devastating. Check out our article to learn more about how to manage your mental health. You can also scroll down to read some good news about what's being done for our planet below!

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Look who's talking

"While I am moving on from my current positions, I am not retiring. After more than 50 years of government service, I plan to pursue the next phase of my career while I still have so much energy and passion for my field. I want to use what I have learned as NIAID Director to continue to advance science and public health and to inspire and mentor the next generation of scientific leaders as they help prepare the world to face future infectious disease threats."

– Anthony S. Fauci, MD

ICYMI: Fauci announced that he's stepping down from the following positions in December: director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), chief of the NIAID Laboratory of Immunoregulation, and chief medical advisor to President Biden.

During his tenure, he's helped save countless lives and researched treatments for illnesses like HIV, tuberculosis, Ebola, and Zika. Some hated him (remember all the COVID-19 drama?) and others loved him. No matter how you feel, he's done some super important work, and we thank him for his service.

Wednesday Kickstart

Climate change good news (for a change)

Let's switch it up and talk about climate change good news! Yes, it exists.

Here are some wins for the environment that won't make you want to scream into a pillow:

•	President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (we covered this on Monday, ICYMI). It provides $369 billion for climate-related programs and energy spending.
•	Chicago agreed to reach 100% clean energy (!) by 2025.
•	San Diego is trying to ban all fossil fuels used in new residential and business construction.
•	The Federal Transit Administration predicts the U.S. will soon see double the number of zero-emissions buses – thanks to $1.6 billion for transit operators, new buses, etc.

Yay, activism! Yay, Earth! Positive changes are coming to ease our climate-related fears.

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What we're reading next

Monkeypox is now a health emergency. Here's everything we know about how it spreads, who is most at risk, and how to protect yourself.

Over 85? Walking 10 minutes per day can extend your longevity. If you're over 85 and reading this right now: Hi, you're the best. If you're not but know someone who is, share this link.

Would you ever eat mealworms? If you're down to eat insects, experts believe mealworms are a great source of protein. But keep these things in mind before you feast on bugs.

you're up

We've read time and again that walking 10,000 steps per day is ideal for optimal health. But the lie detector test determined that may not be true.

According to a recent study, there's no scientific basis for this number. In general, health benefits start to drop off after you hit 7,500 steps. The main takeaway: As long as you're consistently moving every day, you're probably A-OK.

We want to know: How many steps do YOU walk per day?

Tell us at wellnesswire@healthline.com. And please don't feel embarrassed if your step count is super low. Mine is, too. No, I won't tell you what it is. I'm too embarrassed (but you definitely shouldn't be).

Thanks for reading! We'd love to hear what you think of this newsletter or anything we've covered above. Email us at wellnesswire@healthline.com to share your thoughts. See you on Friday!

Until next time,

Take care of yourself, and we'll see
you again soon!

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