Women's health is better when women have more control in their society
Living in societies with gender bias can harm women's health.
January 25, 2021
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Your corner pharmacy – joining the front lines of the COVID-19 fight
Two pharmacists involved in COVID-19 vaccine preparation explain the role pharmacists are poised to play in expanding vaccine…
January 25, 2021
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Rural health care is in crisis – here are 5 innovative ways Biden can help it transform
Changing how rural hospitals are paid is one way to shake up the system.
January 25, 2021
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A healthy microbiome builds a strong immune system that could help defeat COVID-19
The microbes in your gut influence how your immune system reacts to bacteria and viruses. A severe immune reaction is deadly;…
January 22, 2021
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Kratom: What science is discovering about the risks and benefits of a controversial herb
Kratom, which has been linked to many deaths in the US, has been grown in Southeast Asia for centuries. There, people drink…
January 22, 2021
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How engineering can contribute to a reimagining of the US public health system
A revamping of health care engineering in the US can help reimagine public health.
January 21, 2021
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Joe Biden's inaugural address gives hope to the millions who stutter
Joe Biden's presidential campaign and his inauguration mark an important change for the roughly 3 million people in…
January 20, 2021
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Tooth or consequences: Even during a pandemic avoiding the dentist can be bad for your oral health
Even during COVID-19, there are ways to keep your teeth healthy.
January 19, 2021
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How to stay safe with a new fast-spreading coronavirus variant on the loose
The new variant has been estimated to be 50% more transmissible. It's already been detected in at least 10 US states.
January 17, 2021
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More health inequality: Black people are 3 times more likely to experience pulse oximeter errors
Low oxygen levels can be a sign that a patient is in danger. A device that measures oxygen levels has been shown to miss…
January 15, 2021
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What you need to know about the new COVID-19 variants
A biologist who studies the evolution of diseases explains what's different about the two new virus strains that have…
January 15, 2021
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The simple reason West Virginia leads the nation in vaccinating nursing home residents
West Virginia turned to its local pharmacies for help. Its program's success holds some important lessons for other…
January 14, 2021
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The price of a drug should be based on its therapeutic benefits – not just what the market will bear
'Orphan drugs' with high price points are being tested as treatments for COVID-19. There's a better way to spur…
January 13, 2021
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Americans have unrealistic expectations for a COVID-19 vaccine
Two in five Americans say they don't want a COVID-19 vaccine, which is a problem. Finding out what Americans do want…
January 13, 2021
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Vitamin K: A little-known but noteworthy nutrient
A research lab at Tufts University is trying to find out how the vitamin may protect against age-related disease.
January 11, 2021
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Vaccine delays reveal unexpected weak link in supply chains: A shortage of workers
The shipment of goods to suppliers has become technologically sophisticated. Delays in getting out the COVID-19 vaccine…
January 8, 2021
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How many people need to get a COVID-19 vaccine in order to stop the coronavirus?
Researchers say around 70% of the US needs to get the coronavirus vaccine to stop the pandemic. But questions around the…
January 5, 2021
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How kids can benefit from mindfulness training
Many adults have benefited from mindfulness in recent years. Could the practice also benefit children? A researcher looked…
January 5, 2021
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How to outsmart your COVID-19 fears and boost your mood in 2021
One medication-free technique uses your emotions to release stress.
December 28, 2020
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How to help dogs and cats manage separation anxiety when their humans return to work
Alleviating separation anxiety is about changing the owner's behavior, too.
December 28, 2020
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