Tanzania’s sex workers face serious mental health challenges that often go ignored. Studies show nearly half of them deal with depression, while over 40% struggle with anxiety and one in five shows signs of post-traumatic stress. Shockingly, a third have thought about suicide, and nearly 8% have act
Too often, people who’ve survived sexual violence are left dealing with more than just the memory of what happened. They also carry emotional scars that can make them feel dirty, guilty, or broken about their own bodies and desires. Religious beliefs about purity—especially those that mix sex with m
A new look at five large studies from around the world shows how moving up or down in social class might change your chances of heart disease or diabetes later on. Researchers tracked people for years, watching not just their income or job titles but also their daily habits and stress levels. They f
Most of America’s wealth today sits in the hands of people born before 1981. Boomers and the Silent Generation control roughly $110 trillion in assets, built through pensions, homes, and long careers in stable industries. But this money won’t stay parked forever. As these generations pass away, a ch
Dioxins might not be on most people’s radar, but these stubborn pollutants could be hiding in the very supplies meant for emergencies. They don’t just disappear—they build up in the environment, slipping into food chains through contaminated soil, water, and animal fats. The foods we rely on most—da
California's Salton Sea used to be a vacation hotspot in the mid-1900s with its sandy beaches and celebrity visitors. But decades of water mismanagement have turned this 340-square-mile lake into a drying disaster zone. As water disappears, it leaves behind a toxic mix of old pesticides, heavy metal
South Carolina stands out in the U. S. for having some of the biggest gaps in care for Black mothers. These women are twice as likely to die during or after childbirth compared to others. Experts say this isn’t just bad luck—it’s a pattern tied to how healthcare treats people differently based on ra
New research suggests how you sleep might quietly affect your vision. A study found that stacking pillows or bending your neck sharply while sleeping can slightly increase eye pressure. This happens because folded necks squeeze veins, slowing blood flow to the eyes. Over time, this might worsen glau
A federal judge just put the brakes on a new ICE detention center in Maryland. The state says the project ignored basic environmental rules from the start. Officials claim the agencies skipped key steps like studying how the facility would affect local water and air quality. They also didn’t talk to
Brain tumor diagnosis isn’t just about scans and symptoms anymore. Doctors now rely on detailed lab tests to pick the right treatment. But in many places with fewer resources, these advanced tests are hard to find. A look at brain cancer care shows why this matters. A major global health report hig
