During the COVID-19 pandemic, a clear divide emerged between some religious leaders and public health experts. This divide led to dangerous misinformation and risky behavior among followers. A recent study looked into how certain Neo-Pentecostal leaders in Africa and North America handled the pandem
Francis Collins, a prominent scientist, and Marc Siegel, a medical expert, recently discussed the relationship between faith and science. They explored how these two areas can complement each other, especially in the realm of healing and discovery. Collins, known for his work at the National Instit
Hospitals have always been on the front lines during emergencies. But recent events, like the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters, have shown that they are not always ready. Many studies before the pandemic pointed out gaps in how hospitals prepare for crises. These gaps became clear during the
Hospitals are supposed to be ready for anything, but the Covid-19 pandemic showed they often aren't. Even the best healthcare systems struggled when suddenly overwhelmed. This raised questions about how well hospitals can bounce back from big surprises. People have tried to define what makes a hosp
The COVID-19 pandemic pushed many groups to their limits. Among them, the French Red Cross stood out. They were not just helping out; they were on the front lines, facing high risks daily. But what kept them going? What made them value their work so much? This is what a recent study tried to figure
The year 2020 was a turning point for health science. The world was grappling with a new virus, and scientists were in a desperate race to find a solution. The mRNA vaccines were created in record time. These vaccines were different from traditional ones. They didn't contain a weakened or dead vir
Former President Trump once again wants the U. S. to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). Why? He thinks the agency is full of corporate power and China's influence. But what does this mean for global health? Let's break it down. Trump's executive order to start the withdrawal process is a bi
President Biden is set to give a farewell speech this Wednesday night, wrapping up a political career that's lasted over half a century. The White House hasn't shared any details about what he'll say, but Biden has been focusing on his legacy in recent months. He's hoping to be remembered as a presi
When COVID-19 hit, Quebec had to quickly find the best ways to handle the situation. Now that the pandemic is behind us, it's time to improve how we deal with crises in the future. The main goal of a recent project was to create a plan for quickly finding and using the best evidence during health cr
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on alcohol consumption and exposure to violence, especially in the San Francisco Bay Area. Between January 2021 and April 2023, researchers gathered data from 565 adults who drink alcohol. They found that heavy drinking (four or more drinks on one o
