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Breast Density: What Every Woman Should Know
Breast Density: What Every Woman Should Know
The FDA’s rule change requires that all women in the US be informed about breast density and options for supplemental screening.
The Conversation U.S.
Sep 17
Why Political Attacks Have Become So Disgusting
Why Political Attacks Have Become So Disgusting
By evoking disgust, rabble-rousers attempt to dehumanize immigrants and others
John Kruse MD, PhD
Sep 17
Older Adults Need an Attitude Adjustment
Older Adults Need an Attitude Adjustment
Joyful, meaningful aging requires taking a fresh look at your identity and the new possibilities ahead
Gail Post, Ph.D.
Sep 17
Devastating Surgical Error Highlights Critical Need for Self-Advocacy
Devastating Surgical Error Highlights Critical Need for Self-Advocacy
Patients who educate themselves and stand up for their rights have a better chance of survival
Gill McCulloch
Sep 16
Do We Need a New Psychiatric Diagnosis for Sluggishness?
Do We Need a New Psychiatric Diagnosis for Sluggishness?
An ADHD-adjacent condition deserves attention, but maybe we should take a slow approach
John Kruse MD, PhD
Sep 13
Covid, Flu and RSV Shots: Why All 3 Matter This Fall
Covid, Flu and RSV Shots: Why All 3 Matter This Fall
An epidemiologist explains why it’s important to get the updated vaccines
The Conversation U.S.
Sep 13
All Things in Moderation? Here’s a Better Idea.
All Things in Moderation? Here’s a Better Idea.
Plus: Hormone replacement therapy deserves a second look
Robert Roy Britt
Sep 13
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I Was Wrong about Protein Supplements
I Was Wrong about Protein Supplements
They are more useful than we thought, and some work better than others
Mandy Willig, PhD, RD
Sep 11
14 Risk Factors for Dementia Identified, Pointing to Prevention
14 Risk Factors for Dementia Identified, Pointing to Prevention
Nearly half of dementia cases could be avoided if these precursors were avoided, new research suggests
The Conversation U.S.
Aug 19
Flexibility Linked to Longer, Healthier Life
Flexibility Linked to Longer, Healthier Life
New research suggests another way to stretch out your time on this planet
Robert Roy Britt
Sep 2
Play Your Way to Better Health
Play Your Way to Better Health
Why playing can be the best exercise for your mental and physical health
Zachary Walston, PT, DPT, OCS
Sep 5
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