The ‘choking game’ and other challenges amplified by social media can come with deadly consequences
Video clips of teens playing dangerous games are easily accessible on many social media sites. Richard Drury/DigitalVision via Getty Images
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What are pharmacy benefit managers? A health economist explains how lack of competition drives up drug prices for everyone
PBMs control which drugs insurers cover, for how much and for whom. cagkansayin/iStock via Getty Images Plus Wegovy and Ozempic
Parents and caregivers: How to stop feeling like a Grinch and be more present with your kids this holiday season
Expectations of perfection on special occasions can add to the normal stress of parenting. skynesher/E+ via Getty Images Holidays are
Reactions to the UnitedHealthcare CEO slaying reveal American divides on crime and punishment
The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, while a stark reflection of frustration with the American health insurance industry, also
Vaccine misinformation distorts science – a biochemist explains how RFK Jr. and his lawyer’s claims threaten public health
Many fatal childhood illnesses can be prevented with vaccination. Westend61/Getty Images Vaccinations provide significant protection for the public against infectious
Remote work is a game-changer for addressing burnout in workers
Remote and hybrid work arrangements promote better employee health and work-life balance. (Shutterstock) Burnout continues to affect a significant portion
5 of the most frustrating health insurer tactics and why they exist
Many patients face significant upfront costs to getting health care. Peter Dazeley/The Image Bank via Getty Imagesw The U.S. has
There’s a link between walking speed and ageing well. Here’s how you can improve your pace
avtk/Shutterstock For decades, we have known that the way you walk, in particular your walking speed, is tied to your
Supporting a grieving loved one on holidays and special occasions: Practical tips from a clinical psychologist
The holidays can be an especially difficult time for those grieving a loss. Dimensions/E+ via GettyImages The holiday season, often
Black adults with long COVID report higher levels of hopelessness and suicidal thoughts − new research
Black Americans with long COVID reported more physical ailments than concern over mental illness. fizkes/iStock via Getty Images Plus Black