People with disabilities often face significant hurdles when trying to get the health care they need. Despite this, there hasn't been much research into how having a disability affects the consistency of medical care. This is a big deal because consistent care is crucial for managing health issues
A doctor has written a book that aims to clear up some myths about staying healthy and living longer. He wants to focus on what really works, not just the latest fads. The book talks about how we can avoid big diseases like cancer, heart problems, and brain issues as we get older. It is all about us
The recent flu season was particularly tough on children. The flu season of 2024-2025 was the most severe in seven years. This flu season was a tough one for kids. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that at least 216 children lost their lives to the flu. This is the hig
The opioid crisis has been a major public health issue since 2017. It is still a big problem. During this time, there were 164 disasters that cost 1 billion dollars or more. These events can be very tough on people who use drugs. But, how well do opioid treatment programs handle these disasters? Thi
The United States has seen a troubling rise in bias-motivated harm. For Latinx individuals, this often comes from anti-immigrant feelings and political attacks. It is crucial to explore how these experiences affect mental health. This includes issues like anger, anxiety, depression, and feeling deta
The White House has a new candidate for the role of surgeon general. Dr. Casey Means is the chosen one. She is known for her work in wellness and her close ties to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This change comes after the withdrawal of Janette Nesheiwat, who was Trump's first pick for the job. Trump has hi
America's education system is under a lot of pressure. Many people worry about the cost of college, the lack of financial help, and the attacks on higher education. These issues are pushing many students away from pursuing a college degree. However, there are institutions like Xavier University of L
Gout's toughest cases are a big headache for doctors and patients. These cases are called chronic refractory gout. It's when gout flares up often and doesn't get better with usual treatments. The goal is to keep urate levels in the blood below 6. 0 mg/dL. But for some people, this is a real struggle
How does one handle stress? Some people turn to exercise. Others might try video games. But what if you could combine the two? That is exactly what some researchers wanted to find out. They looked at how different activities affect stress levels in young adults. They were particularly interest
Heart problems are a big deal worldwide. They cause a lot of deaths and cost a ton of money. One way to tackle this is by changing lifestyles through education and advice. A recent study looked at how nurses can help with this. In China, a group of adults with heart issues was split into two. One g
