New carbon standards proposed by the Trump administration could increase greenhouse gas emissions at nearly a third of the coal-fired power plants in the … Continue reading “Emissions could increase under proposed ‘clean energy’ rule”
In a review of 17 studies from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), researchers have found that patient outcomes improved, especially for children and low-income … Continue reading “Health improves for vulnerable populations when out-of-pocket costs are lower”
People who use certain types of dental floss may absorb toxic chemicals that have been linked with heart disease and cancer, according to a … Continue reading “Some dental floss may expose people to harmful chemicals”
Fast food restaurants in the U.S. are increasingly offering kids’ meals with healthy sides and drinks, but healthier options are not typically the default, … Continue reading “Kids’ fast-food meals getting healthier but more progress needed”
Eating processed carbohydrates such as white bread, white rice, potato products, and sugar can drive up insulin levels in the body and lead to … Continue reading “Cutting carbs, not calories, may be key to long-term weight loss”
Companies spent nearly $10 billion to market prescription drugs and medical services in 2016—five times more than they spent 20 years ago, according to … Continue reading “Rise in medical marketing could lead to health harms”
There is strong support among Democrats for a taxpayer-funded national health care plan, according to a recent poll led by Politico and Harvard T.H. … Continue reading “Poll: Strong support for national health care plan from Democrats”
There is strong evidence that a plant-based diet is the optimal diet for living a long and healthy life, according to Harvard T.H. Chan … Continue reading “Vegan diet can benefit both health and the environment”
Groundwater near three air bases in Georgia is contaminated with toxic chemicals that are linked with cancer and other health problems, according to recent … Continue reading “Groundwater contamination near Georgia air bases worries experts, residents”
In the wake of the 2018 U.S. midterm elections, as many as 500,000 low-income individuals could gain health insurance coverage through Medicaid, according to … Continue reading “Medicaid expansion on the horizon”