How doctors see the opioid epidemic
The opioid epidemic, which has claimed tens of thousands of lives and contributed to a decline in American lifespans, has forced doctors and other … Continue reading “How doctors see the opioid epidemic”
The opioid epidemic, which has claimed tens of thousands of lives and contributed to a decline in American lifespans, has forced doctors and other … Continue reading “How doctors see the opioid epidemic”
Africa has the world’s highest per-capita rate of foodborne illnesses, and public health experts are worried that the problem isn’t being adequately addressed. Foodborne … Continue reading “Foodborne illness a major public health issue in Africa”
The idea of “Medicare for All” has been making headlines in recent months—but what exactly does it entail? There are currently a number of … Continue reading “How to build a ‘Medicare for All’ plan”
Black women are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women, according to the Centers for Disease Control … Continue reading “Why black women face a high risk of pregnancy complications”
Evidence suggests that healthy diets may be effective in helping control and reduce chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension.
A daily handful of nuts, especially tree nuts such as walnuts, almonds, and pistachios, may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease for adults with type 2 diabetes.
New apps and wearable devices are being developed to track psychological health, and experts say that such “mood forecasting” technology could help doctors and … Continue reading “Technology to track your mental state”
In Boston’s Roxbury neighborhood, life expectancy is less than 60 years, while in the Back Bay—just a couple of miles away—it’s close to 90. … Continue reading “Where you live affects your health”
Gun-related injuries are the second leading cause of death for children and teens in the U.S., according to new research—but there are several promising … Continue reading “Reducing youth gun violence”
A nationwide study found that youth suicide is more prevalent in states with higher rates of household gun ownership. After accounting for factors that … Continue reading “High rates of gun ownership linked with more youth suicides”