The toll of wildfires is usually counted in acres burnt, property destroyed and lives lost to smoke and flames. But three studies published Wednesday suggest the cost to human health from the Maui and Los […]
Protein is having its moment: From grocery store shelves to Instagram feeds, high-protein foods are everywhere. Food labels shout their protein content in bold, oversized fonts, while social media overflows with recipes promising to pack […]
Over the last six months, there have been several policy changes affecting children’s nutrition benefits, vaccine mandates, and more. A new survey from Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health reveals how American adults view […]
From warming winter teas to zesty stir-fries, ginger (Zingiber officinale) has long been a kitchen staple. But beyond its culinary charm, this spicy root has a rich history in traditional medicine—and modern science is catching […]
At the end of a long day, who has time to check the detailed nutrition information on every single product they toss into their shopping basket?This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Plastics are everywhere—they’re even in you right now—and are making many of us sick. Now, global negotiators are fighting over whether that matters.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
When the human body overheats, the consequences can be deadly. Heat stroke, heart attacks, kidney failure, and worsening of existing conditions like cardiovascular and respiratory diseases are just some of the ways extreme heat can […]
The Trump administration is escalating its push against what has become a key part of the way states, localities and communities respond to the overdose epidemic: harm reduction.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Hurricanes and related natural catastrophes like flooding are becoming more severe and more frequent around the world. Older people are especially at risk, but relatively little is known about long-term health effects. In 2012, the […]
The deliberate destruction of health services and systems as an act of war should be termed “healthocide” and medical practitioners should call out and stand firm against this weaponization of health care, insists a thought-provoking […]
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