Obesity is a serious global concern, and healthcare workers play a vital role in addressing it. They can guide patients to live healthier lives and manage their weight. However, weight discussions in primary care are not happening enough. Why? Biases, misunderstandings, and fear of offending patient
Medicaid has expanded significantly under President Biden, reaching a record 79 million Americans, including low-income adults and children. However, with Donald Trump's potential return to the White House and a Republican-controlled Congress, the future of Medicaid looks uncertain. Republicans are
Have you ever wondered how the food you eat affects your mood, weight, and sleep? If you're making New Year's resolutions, maybe you're thinking about changing your diet to boost your health. U. S. News & World Report has made this easier by ranking the healthiest diets every year. In their report,
Hey, listen up! A big study just dropped, and it’s got some serious news about dementia in the US. We used to think that about 1 in 10 men and 1 in 4 women would get dementia after age 55. But guess what? It’s way higher now. We’re talking 35% for men and 48% for women. Yikes! So, what’s causing th
Ever thought about what happens to your body when you say goodbye to soda? It's a big deal, and it's not just about the sugar rush. Let's start with the caffeine. You might think, "No problem, I'll just switch to a sparkling coffee or matcha. " But hold on! These drinks might have caffeine too, and
In late 2024, a significant bill was introduced in Congress by Illinois representative Robin Kelly. The Fueling Optimal Outcomes through Diet (FOOD) for Health Act aims to boost access to healthy food and reduce healthcare costs. This bill allocates $20 million to support Food is Medicine programs,
Psychiatry, the study of mental health, relies heavily on research to understand and treat mental illnesses. Imagine trying to solve a puzzle without all the pieces. That's what psychiatry would be like without research. It's the key to unlocking the mysteries of the mind. Research helps psychiatri
Living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be tough, and many people with this condition also deal with depression and anxiety. A recent study set out to understand why some people with CKD experience these mental health issues more than others. They looked at personal factors and the services ava
Leslie Charleson, who played Monica Quartermaine on the beloved soap opera "General Hospital, " passed away at the age of 79 on Sunday morning. Her longtime friend and show executive producer, Frank Valentini, shared the news. "It's a heavy blow, " he said. "Leslie was like a beloved matriarch to al
Ever wondered how many steps you should take daily if you're dealing with high blood pressure? A recent study explored this very question. Researchers looked into how many steps hypertensive American adults take each day and how that relates to their risk of death from any cause, as well as heart-re
