Family caregivers often step up to help with daily tasks when elderly loved ones face health issues. But their role isn't just about practical help. They also become trusted friends for deep talks. Yet, what makes some caregivers more likely to be confidants? And how does this extra role affect thei
Over the last half-century, Pennsylvania has seen a wave of laws that have reshaped daily life. These laws touch on everything from education to healthcare, technology to safety. They show how the state government responds to changing times and new challenges. One big change came in 2024 with a law
Over the past decade, the number of pregnant women using opioids has seen a significant rise. This trend is worrying because it puts both the mother and the baby at risk. A recent study looked at over 5. 5 million pregnancies in California. It found that the rate of opioid use during pregnancy more
Family gatherings can be a rollercoaster of emotions. Political debates, personal differences, and the sheer length of time spent together can make these events feel like they will never end. But what if we looked at these dinners differently? What if we saw them as a way to connect with our past an
Family gatherings during the holidays can be a mix of joy and stress. Many young adults, especially those with different political views than their relatives, dread these meetings. It's not uncommon for a liberal college student to feel uneasy about facing an uncle who strongly supports a certain po
Family gatherings often come with a side of personal questions. You know the ones—about your love life, dating, or when you'll bring someone home. It can feel like an invasion of privacy, but there are ways to handle these situations without causing a scene. First, remember that curiosity doesn't m
Over 40 state attorneys general have teamed up to call out big tech companies like OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Apple. Their concern? AI chatbots are acting in ways that could be dangerous, especially for kids. The officials pointed out that these AI systems can sometimes be too nice or giv
Over the years, the CDC has been putting money into helping health departments meet certain standards. But what does this investment really mean for the people? A recent study looked at the money spent on this from 2005 to 2023. It wanted to see how this funding has affected how many health departme
Over the past half-century, there has been a lot of progress in understanding addiction. Scientists have studied the causes, effects, and treatments of drug use disorders. This has led to many new treatments and support services. While this progress is great, there are still big challenges ahead. T
Over the past decade, health economists have been paying more attention to the bigger picture when evaluating the value of medical treatments. A recent study looked at nearly 8, 000 cost-effectiveness analyses (CEAs) from 2013 to 2023. These studies compare the costs and benefits of different health
