December 17, 2024

Trump's Health Picks Clash on Vaccines, Policy

The selection of individuals for federal health agencies under President-elect Donald Trump presents conflicting views on matters such as abortion limits, vaccine safety, covid-19 responses, and the use of weight-loss medications.

KFF Health News

November 27, 2024

Supreme Court Takes on Transgender Care

"Actually listen to the patients. Actually listen to the physicians who are providing the care. You're really seeing people that have a significant improvement in their lives."

Reuters

November 26, 2024

U.S. Life Expectancy Gaps Widen

A recent analysis reveals widening life expectancy disparities in the U.S., with American Indian and Alaska Native participants in the West experiencing a significant decline to just 63.6 years by 2021.

Conexiant

November 26, 2024

Cocoa Compounds Protect Arteries During Stress: Study

A recent study reveals the potential of high-flavanol cocoa in protecting against endothelial dysfunction during periods of stress and high-fat intake. Findings are published in Food & Function.

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November 26, 2024

Preterm Birth Linked to Higher Mortality Risk

A recent study in Canada found that preterm birth is linked to higher mortality risks, with the greatest risk observed in the first year of life. Read more in JAMA Network Open.

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November 26, 2024

Prenatal Diet Quality Tied to Infant Growth Risk Factors

A recent cohort study revealed that healthier prenatal diets are associated with reduced risk of obesity-linked growth patterns in infants. The study suggests potential benefits of adhering to US Dietary Guidelines during pregnancy.

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November 26, 2024

Premature Ovarian Insufficiency Linked to Higher Autoimmune Disease Risk

A recent study showcases a significant link between premature ovarian insufficiency and severe autoimmune diseases, emphasizing the need for more research into the underlying immunological mechanisms.

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November 26, 2024

Postpartum Depression Doubles, Exposing Health Disparities

A recent study revealed that postpartum depression rates nearly doubled between 2010 and 2021, with the largest increase observed among Asian/Pacific Islander women. Notable disparities in rates were also identified based on race, ethnicity, and prepregnancy body mass index.

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April 29, 2024

Record Heat Waves Propel Surge in Heat-Related Illness

2023 brought record-breaking heat waves in the United States, significantly impacting vulnerable groups. Analysis by the CDC revealed a substantial number of heat-related illness (HRI) emergency department visits, resulting in multiple public health alerts.

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