Millions of sports-related concussions occur in the US every year. Many of them happen to high school and college athletes.
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Some countries report higher rates of COVID-19 cases and deaths among men. This might be due to underreporting among women…
It almost sounds like a paradox, but pairing with the right person can help you grow as an individual as you blend your…
Havana syndrome has spread to government officials around the world and stumped doctors for years. Despite news of mysterious…
A growing body of research shows that nutrition, sleep, exercise and a host of other lifestyle choices can help optimize…
Energy drinks and coffee both contain lots of caffeine. That’s a problem for teens, especially those who take prescription…
Your body produces antibodies after an infection or vaccine, but these slowly decline over time. New Johnson & Johnson…
Fault lines between the FDA and CDC regulatory processes have been on full display in the decisions over which groups of…
Reduced brain volume in people who have experienced COVID-19 resembles brain changes typically seen in older adults. The…
While surveys have shown a large share of unvaccinated workers threatening to quit over a mandate, the reality is few actually…
The new global air quality guidelines are the World Health Organization’s first update since 2005. Scientists know far…
Current HIV criminal laws increase HIV stigma and discrimination against marginalized people – and negatively affect public…
Carrying a pregnancy to term is riskier than having an abortion, especially for non-Hispanic Black women.
Since the coronaviurs first began spreading around the globe, people have debated how effective masks are at preventing…
Only 3.7% of people in the U.S. with hearing difficulty own hearing aids. Thanks to a federal law in progress of being implemented,…
With mask-wearing and kids out of school last winter, viral upper respiratory infections decreased. However, clinicians…
Medications to treat COVID-19 are in no way a substitute for the vaccine. But under the right circumstances, some show great…
An FDA panel has voted against recommending approval of a booster COVID-19 shot for the general population – disappointing…
Scientists debate the medical benefits of booster shots. But there’s another aspect to consider: bioethics.