Opioid overdoses spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic, data from Pennsylvania show
The start of one new public health crisis didn't mean the end of another.
June 14, 2021
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Health
Over half of adults unvaccinated for COVID-19 fear needles – here's what's proven to help
Free doughnuts and lotteries may drive some people to get their COVID-19 vaccine. But for those who are afraid of needles,…
June 11, 2021
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Middle-aged Americans are stressed and struggle with physical and mental health – other nations do b
Adults in Germany, South Korea and Mexico reported improvements in health, well-being and memory.
June 11, 2021
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Alcohol companies make $17.5 billion a year off of underage drinking, while prevention efforts are s
In the US, underage drinking accounts for a whopping US$17.5 billion worth of alcohol yearly. New research shows which companies…
June 10, 2021
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The FDA's big gamble on the new Alzheimer's drug
The FDA approved Alzheimer's disease drug aducanumab despite minimal evidence of its efficacy. Whether this decision…
June 10, 2021
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How virus detectives trace the origins of an outbreak – and why it's so tricky
Bat hosts, lab leaks – tracing SARS-CoV-2 to its origins involves more than just tracking down patient zero.
June 7, 2021
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I’m fully vaccinated but feel sick – should I get tested for COVID-19?
Vaccinated people can still get infected with the coronavirus. So if you have symptoms of COVID-19, getting tested can protect…
June 3, 2021
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Naomi Osaka's withdrawal from the French Open highlights how prioritizing mental wellness goes again
The high-profile athlete's struggles raise questions about society's views on mental health, as well as the effects…
June 3, 2021
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Urban oil wells linked to asthma and other health problems in Los Angeles
Photos from the early 1900s show LA's forests of oil derricks. Hundreds of wells are still pumping, and new research…
June 2, 2021
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Pandemic misery index reveals far-reaching impact of COVID-19 on American lives, especially on Black
A survey finds that hardship disparities across racial and ethnic groups have persisted throughout the pandemic.
June 1, 2021
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Weight stigma is a burden around the world – and has negative consequences everywhere
Negative attitudes about people with larger body sizes or higher weight are consistent across Australia, Canada, France,…
June 1, 2021
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The next pandemic is already happening – targeted disease surveillance can help prevent it
A more coordinated effort by scientists, stakeholders and community members will be required to stop the next deadly virus…
June 1, 2021
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How to 'build back better' health habits after the pandemic year
A doctor offers tips on how to safely get exercise, sleep and drinking habits back into shape as the pandemic wanes.
May 27, 2021
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Think like a virus to understand why the pandemic isn't over yet – and what the US needs to do to he
Viruses want to pass on their genetic material. Recognizing this about SARS-CoV-2 provides insight into how the world is…
May 26, 2021
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1 in 4 unvaccinated people may not comply with CDC guidelines to wear masks indoors, survey suggests
Some vaccinated people will still be wearing masks to protect themselves from people who may not be vaccinated or wearing…
May 25, 2021
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Giving food pantry clients choices – and gently nudging them toward nutritious foods – can lead to h
Behavioral economics, long employed in grocery stores to guide customers to certain products, could be employed by food…
May 25, 2021
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Pain of police killings ripples outward to traumatize Black people and communities across US
Evidence shows that many Black Americans experience police killings of unarmed Black people – even those they do not…
May 24, 2021
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Why do we get shots in the arm? It's all about the muscle
Most shots work best when inserted into muscle. The shoulder muscle known as the deltoid works best.
May 21, 2021
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Meals on Wheels volunteers help 2.4 million US seniors get enough to eat while staving off lonelines
Personal interactions between volunteers and the older adults they assist, which paused due to pandemic concerns, are resuming.
May 21, 2021
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How to use statistics to prepare for the next pandemic
Many governments, including the US, already collect and make public population statistics that could help them prepare for…
May 18, 2021
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