Eliseo Pérez-Stable, MD, director of the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, talks about health disparities and how his studies aim to improve interventions in clinical settings and across communities.
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Tuesday, 30 April 2024
New ‘FLiRT’ Variants Spark Summer COVID Surge Warning
A data scientist who has accurately predicted COVID waves since the beginning of the pandemic warns that a surge is on the horizon.
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In Reversal, Expert Panel Recommends Breast Cancer Screening at 40
By Roni Caryn Rabin from NYT Health https://ift.tt/FCduH...
Monday, 29 April 2024
Physical Fitness Linked to Better Mental Health in Young People
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Sunday, 28 April 2024
U.S. Lags Behind Other Countries in Hepatitis-C Treatment
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Saturday, 27 April 2024
Dealing With the Emotions of Hearing Loss
Losing your hearing, or learning a loved one is, can bring about a range of uncomfortable emotions. Here's how you can deal with this tough transition.
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Friday, 26 April 2024
Sex: Frisky (and Safe) After 50
Safe sex is important at any age, but there are some issues that may be more common after 50.
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What Trans Health Care for Minors Really Means
The meaning of gender-affirming care for young people, and what it looks like on the ground, isn’t always clear. The cloud of politics surrounding it has obscured the medical reality of how and when trans youth can get the treatments they seek.
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Get the Care You Need in a COVID-19 World
What to expect at the doctor’s office, hospitals, and long-term care facilities, the future of telemedicine, and how to get the best care during COVID-19.
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Thursday, 25 April 2024
Cataract Surgery Tricky for Those With Past Radial Keratotomy
The surgery, known as RK, was considered a successful tool for correcting vision. But in recent years, many of these patients who went on to have cataract surgery are having major post-surgery complications.
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Rise and Shine: A Carefully Considered Morning Ritual That Can Brighten Your Day
Strategies for getting ready to be at your best each morning
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Wednesday, 24 April 2024
How Do You Know Your AD Needs Advanced Treatment?
When do you need to step up from a topical treatment to one that clears skin body-wide? Learn how your dermatologist will make the decision.
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Bird Flu Outbreak in Cattle May Have Begun Months Earlier Than Thought
By Apoorva Mandavilli from NYT Health https://ift.tt/RO1Ck...
Tuesday, 23 April 2024
Fragments of Bird Flu Virus Discovered in Milk
By Emily Anthes, Apoorva Mandavilli and Noah Weiland from NYT Health https://ift.tt/vXMrt...
Misconceptions About Genomic Tests
There's a lot of confusion about the purpose of genomic tests. Find out how to separate fact from fiction.
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Where Will the Legit Health Info Go If TikTok Goes Dark?
If TikTok goes dark, it could render unavailable the work of those who have made the site a go-to for expert- and user-generated videos on topics that cover the spectrum of consumer health.
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Abortion Data Wars: States and Cities Debate How Much Information to Collect
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Monday, 22 April 2024
Biologics for CSU: When Is it Time to Try?
FDA-approved biologics for chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU), or chronic hives: See who they’re right for, when to try them, cost, and insurance issues.
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Bird Flu Is Infecting More Mammals. What Does That Mean for Us?
By Apoorva Mandavilli and Emily Anthes from NYT Health https://ift.tt/8EvVl...
Saturday, 20 April 2024
Friday, 19 April 2024
Living With CLL in the Later Stages
When chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) reaches its advanced stages, it can be stressful and exhausting. But you don’t have to go it alone.
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Talking to Your Doctor About CLL Clinical Trials
Are you looking for a clinical trial to help treat your chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)? Find out what you need to know before you sign up.
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Some Older Women Need Extra Breast Scans. Why Won’t Medicare Pay?
By Roni Caryn Rabin from NYT Health https://ift.tt/xzCdi...
When Body Image Becomes a Problem for Female Athletes
Many female athletes struggle with body image, and it can put their physical and mental health at risk.
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Thursday, 18 April 2024
Scotland Pauses Gender Medications for Minors
By Azeen Ghorayshi from NYT Health https://ift.tt/MmYcL...
Changing Entrenched Health Beliefs Is Not Impossible
Some people with deep-rooted beliefs on a wide range of health topics – from COVID vaccination to mental health stigma to foods including genetically modified organisms – could be persuaded to rethink their positions.
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Millions of Girls in Africa Will Miss HPV Shots After Merck Production Problem
By Stephanie Nolen from NYT Health https://ift.tt/doOsw...
W.H.O. Broadens Definition of Airborne Diseases
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Wednesday, 17 April 2024
Get Past Your Fears About Quitting Smoking
Common quit smoking fears are debunked by experts, who offer tips on how to face and overcome worries such as weight gain or becoming stressed out.
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Surprise Pregnancy: Could It Happen to You?
Almost half of all pregnancies in the U.S. are unplanned. Find out how this happens so often, from user error to irregular periods.
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Long-Acting Drugs May Revolutionize H.I.V. Prevention and Treatment
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Sleep Apnea Reduced in People Who Took Weight-Loss Drug, Eli Lilly Reports
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Tuesday, 16 April 2024
RA and Biologics: Why Time Matters
Biologics for rheumatoid arthritis can take a few months to work their best. Find out when you can expect a biologic drug for RA to start working.
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Monday, 15 April 2024
How Crohn’s Disease Changed My Routines
Living with Crohn's disease means you need to be flexible in your daily routines. Learn one woman's tricks for living with Crohn's disease.
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David Egilman, Doctor Who Took On Drug Companies, Dies at 71
By Clay Risen from NYT Health https://ift.tt/EpWsx...
How to Stop Nighttime Coughing
Nighttime coughs may affect your sleep quality. Learn tips for relief so you can get the rest you need for healing.
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Chinese Company Under Congressional Scrutiny Makes Key U.S. Drugs
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Saturday, 13 April 2024
Even Women Doctors Find Their Symptoms Aren’t Taken Seriously
Female doctors-turned-patients share their insights about why women’s symptoms are so often dismissed – and how to fix it.
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Friday, 12 April 2024
Emulsifiers Make Food Appetizing yet Bring Health Dangers
Emulsifiers don’t necessarily equal junk food. Such substances can be found in many foods that are often considered healthy, such as some low-fat Greek yogurts, trail mix bars, or oat milk.
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National Sciences Academy Asks Court to Strip Sackler Name From Endowment
By Christina Jewett from NYT Health https://ift.tt/cikmu...
Tylenol During Pregnancy Won’t Increase Risk of ADHD, Autism
New findings should bring comfort to pregnant people who need pain relief, given that full-dose aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs have been shown to pose serious risks to pregnant patients.
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Thursday, 11 April 2024
Tips and Strategies for Managing Life With Children With ADHD
Parents and caregivers of children with ADHD share their advice on how to help manage symptoms, teach coping skills, and improve daily life.
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How to Retool Your Parenting Skills When Raising a Child With ADHD
A new diagnosis calls for an adjustment to your discipline strategy. Here’s what may work best for your child.
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Helping Your Child Come to Terms With Their ADHD
A new diagnosis can bring relief -- but also new worries. Here’s how to navigate them with your child.
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24 Hours at a Makeshift Refuge for Migrants in the California Wilderness
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Wednesday, 10 April 2024
Have Health Questions? Ask S.A.R.A.H., an AI Health Assistant
S.A.R.A.H., which stands for Smart AI Resource Assistant for Health, uses Open AI’s GPT (generative pretrained transformer) large language model to answer a wide range of health questions.
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The History Behind Arizona’s 160-Year-Old Abortion Ban
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Tuesday, 9 April 2024
How Your ‘Sleep Style’ Can Determine Your Long-Term Health
The way you sleep – or don’t -- can be surprisingly impactful. The type of sleeper you are may profoundly influence the roadmap your health takes for a decade or longer. Here's what to know.
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Seriously, Now Is the Time to Stop Kissing Sick Birds
By Apoorva Mandavilli from NYT Health https://ift.tt/i3aLz...
Should Alcoholic Beverages Have Cancer Warning Labels?
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