Nearsightedness is at epidemic levels – and the problem begins in childhood
Nearsightedness is also known as myopia. Witthaya Prasongsin/Moment via Getty ImagesMyopia, or the need for corrected vision to focus or...
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Do implicit bias trainings on race improve health care? Not yet – but incorporating the latest science can help hospitals treat all patients equitably
Prejudice and stereotyping can negatively affect patient-provider communication. FG Trade/E+ via Getty ImagesThere is increasing evidence that implicit bias –...
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How studying trends in human lifespans can measure progress in addressing inequality
Differences in human lifespan are a useful indicator of inequality. (Shutterstock)People are living longer lives compared to previous generations but,...
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What you eat could alter your unborn children and grandchildren’s genes and health outcomes
The relatively new discipline of epigenetics explores how diet and nutrition can affect not only our own health but that...
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What if flat feet were…normal? Debunking a myth about injuries
Over the years and to this day, many health professionals have supported the theory that flat feet pose a major...
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How corporate involvement in psychedelic research could threaten public safety
Considering how to reduce the impact of conflicts of interest on psychedelic studies is essential to avoid public health risks....
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Cannabis legalization has led to a boom in potent forms of the drug that present new hazards for adolescents
Many of today's cannabis products barely resemble the 'weed' that most middle-aged adults grew up with. VladK213/iStock via Getty ImagesEventually,...
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Chemical pollutants can change your skin bacteria and increase your eczema risk − new research explores how
Certain chemicals in synthetic fabrics such as spandex, nylon and polyester can alter the skin microbiome. SBenitez/Moment via Getty Images“We...
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Caring for older Americans’ teeth and gums is essential, but Medicare generally doesn’t cover that cost
C. Everett Koop, the avuncular doctor with a fluffy white beard who served as the U.S. surgeon general during the...
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Getting a good night’s rest is vital for neurodiverse children – pediatric sleep experts explain why
A poor night's sleep has consequences on behavior, academic performance and overall health. skynesher/E+ via Getty ImagesMost of us are...
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