10 times STAT coverage reverberated through health and medicine
In its first 10 years, STAT has led the way in charting seismic events: the rise of a pandemic and the science-shaking directives of a new president, but also the emergence of a transformative new class of obesity drugs and the rapid adoption of artificial...
Healey says CDC ‘hijacked’ by science deniers so state must step in for vaccines
After months of state public health officials vowing to protect vaccine access amid drastic federal changes, Gov. Maura Healey on Thursday announced state measures designed to break ties with federal immunization policies, ensure the availability of COVID-19 booster...
Rare Beauty Founder Selena Gomez Creates Space for Mental Health Access
It’s not often that a beauty brand reshapes how we talk about mental health. But Rare Beauty, founded by Selena Gomez, has done just that — built a mission-driven business where beauty meets purpose, and social impact is more than a bullet point. As a brand, Rare...
Ingestible Beauty: What Is It And Why It’s Trending
We are witnessing a powerful shift in the beauty industry from quick fixes to long-term and sustainable self-care, as now consumers are getting more aware of what’s good for their wellness and body by seeking clean, effective solutions that enhance their natural...
Tips to cut the high cost of eye care: exams, eyewear and eye drops
It’s no secret that eye health is super important, but forking over $700 or more (been there, but never again!) for a pair of prescription eyeglasses is enough to take one’s breath away! But not to worry, because today I’ve got some practical tips I’ve learned over...
Integrating Eye Care With Technology: Tools, Trends and Challenges
AS INTERNET, SOFTWARE and artificial intelligence technology continue to integrate into the world of optometry, we in the profession are challenged constantly to measure the benefits of potentially transformative innovation against the costs – both literal and...
Oral Health Tips for Adults | Oral Health | CDC
Overview Adults can develop oral health problems throughout their lifetime. Oral health problems can include cavities, gum disease, tooth loss, and oral cancer. More than 40% of adults report having felt pain in their mouth within the last year,1 and more than 80% of...
Tips to cut the high cost of eye care
It’s no secret that eye health is super important, but forking over $700 or more (been there, but never again!) for a pair of prescription eyeglasses is enough to take one’s breath away! But not to worry, because today I’ve got some practical tips I’ve learned over...
How Your Oral Health Affects Your Overall Health
You know you’re supposed to brush and floss every day, but you might be surprised to learn that it’s not just about preventing cavities and keeping your smile pearly white. It’s also because keeping your mouth healthy is an important part of your overall health and...
The Association of Vitamin D Levels and Dental Caries in Older … – PubMed
Introduction: Most research examining vitamin D and dental caries focuses on children and younger adults. This study investigated the association between vitamin D levels and dental caries in older adults using data from the United States National Health and Nutrition...
Jasmine Bhasin’s Eye Health Warning
Proper lens hygiene and routine eye exams are crucial to avoid eye problems, experts say, noting TV actress Jasmine Bhasin’s corneal damage (1✔ ✔Trusted SourceJasmine Bhasin Recovers From Corneal Damage: ‘Finally Free From Eye Patch’ Go to source )....
Autopsy shows Sonya Massey was killed by a gunshot under her eye
An autopsy report released Friday by Sangamon County officials shows Springfield resident Sonya Massey was killed by a gunshot wound just under her left eye. Massey, 36, had called law enforcement to her home to report a possible intruder. Then-Sheriff’s Deputy Sean...
The overlooked health check: Why your child needs an early eye exam
As a parent, ensuring your child’s overall health is paramount. However, one aspect often overlooked is eye health. Dr. Sophia Capo of A B SEE Optometry and Vision Therapy shares valuable insights into common eye coordination issues and emphasizes the importance of...
Lyon College holds groundbreaking in Little Rock for Arkansas’ first …
Lyon College’s new School of Dental Medicine — which will be the first dental school in Arkansas — will not only allow Arkansans interested in dentistry to stay in-state for their education, but also have a significant positive impact on the oral...
The Supreme Court just limited federal power. Health care is feeling the shockwaves.
The Guardian or Authority of Law, created by sculptor James Earle Fraser, rests on the side of the U.S. Supreme Court on Sept. 28, 2020, in Washington, DC. This week Seventh U.S. Circuit Court Judge Amy Coney Barrett, U.S. President Donald Trump’s nominee to the...
Health Care Impacts Following Chevron Decision
On Friday, June 28, the Supreme Court overturned the longstanding Chevron doctrine, on a 6-3 vote, which had previously required courts to defer to federal agencies’ reasonable interpretations of statutes within an agency’s ambit. The Chevron rationale was...
Why is Thai health care so good?
Political turmoil in Thailand is unrelenting. Over the past two decades, 11 different prime ministers have led the country. In the coming weeks that number could increase, as the constitutional court considers dismissing the current leader, Srettha Thavisin, over an...
Memory Care Innovation Award Winner: Monique Frahm, Care Educator, Trualta
The Memory Care Innovation program is designed to recognize passionate and innovative industry members who are shaping the future of cognitive care across behavioral health, home health and home care, hospice and palliative care, senior housing, and skilled nursing....
Making sense of the debate’s health care debate
You’re reading the web edition of D.C. Diagnosis, STAT’s twice-weekly newsletter about the politics and policy of health and medicine. Sign up here to receive it in your inbox on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The post-debate debate I know, no one wants to talk...
Broward school employees could pay more for health care
Broward school employees could soon get raises that come with a catch — higher costs for health insurance. School Board members say they would like to give employees raises that average about 5% but have no money in the budget right now to do that. So board members...
Health care just as important as economy. What experts want Biden and Trump to address.
When President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump face off Thursday during the first general election debate, health policy experts say tackling the exorbitant cost of health care is as much a top issue for voters as the U.S. economy. Health care costs in the...
Health care company sues WA over ban on at-home sexual assault evidence kits
(Getty Images) A company that produces over-the-counter sexual assault evidence kits is suing to overturn a Washington law that prohibits the sale or advertising of products like theirs. Pennsylvania-based Leda Health, formerly known as MeToo Kits, and its...
Clinic bridges health care gap with Spanish services in Southwest Detroit
(CBS DETROIT) — A medical clinic in Southwest Detroit is now offering its services in English and Spanish to bridge a gap in healthcare. Dino Salinas thought he’d never see nurse practitioner Scarlett Idema again when she left her old practice. In Spanish,...
Memory Lane: Palm Beachers’ health-care generosity dates to 19th century
By M.M. Cloutier Before Palm Beach society’s influence and largesse pumped cachet and capital into the area’s first major hospital, a tiny “emergency” medical facility preceding Good Samaritan came into being thanks not only to the island’s generosity but a...
Practical steps are required to prioritise women’s health in research globally
Kate Womersley, research fellow, Rachel Hulme, researcher, Edward Mullins, clinical associate professor, Women’s Health, Jane E Hirst, chair of global women’s health The George Institute for Global Health, Imperial College London, London, UK Sustainable change...
Women’s Health News — ScienceDaily
May 12, 2025 Cancer treatment with a cell-based immunotherapy causes mild cognitive impairment, a Stanford Medicine team found. They also identified compounds that could treat … May 9, 2025 New research has uncovered how lipid-rich fluid in the abdomen,...
Women’s Brain Health Overlooked
There is a growing crisis among women regarding their brain health. Women are significantly more affected by neurological conditions such as migraines, Alzheimer’s disease, and multiple sclerosis (MS). Yet, despite the higher prevalence, they remain underrepresented...
5 Common Anxiety Symptoms in Men
Chances are you don’t realize the impact anxiety can have on guys. Studies continuously show that women are twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with an anxiety disorder–but that doesn’t mean you’re immune. Researchers can’t explain the...
New Study Reveals Surprising Health Benefits of a Temporary Vegan Diet
According to a new study published in Frontiers in Nutrition, swapping out meat, eggs, and dairy for greens and beans may help reduce inflammation and support sustainable weight loss. What Did the Study Find? In a randomised cross-over trial, researchers studied 62...
Novak Djokovic on Mental Strength, Wellness Rituals and Bouncing Back from Burnout
Novak Djokovic is many things: a 24-time Grand Slam winner, a relentless competitor, and arguably the most divisive figure in modern tennis. But behind the steely focus and elite athleticism lies a man deeply immersed in wellness, self-discovery, and the pursuit of...
Medical Experts Discuss Women’s Health At Any Age
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. July 4, 202532:58 Hit the Beach or Lounge by the Pool With These Summer Products 05:49 Now Playing Medical Experts Discuss Women’s Health At Any Age 32:58 UP NEXT Laura Geller...
As LGBTQ+ Couples Rush To Get Married, ‘Stand In’ Families Are Transforming Queer Wedding Traditions
IT’S BEEN TEN YEARS since same-sex marriage became legal across all 50 states, and the current state of play for LGBTQ+ people in the U.S. is vastly different than many queer people anticipated. With trans rights getting rolled back and recent news that the...
What Does It Mean If You Wake Up and Can’t Speak or Move Your Body?
As a teenager, James Allan Cheyne woke up one night unable to move or speak. He felt a presence moving around his bed, and then sitting on his chest. Naturally, he assumed it was a demon. “You’re there in the dark, and there’s this entity pressing down on you,” he...
Welcome to Holt McCallany Summer
WE’VE BEEN SEEING a lot of Holt McCallany lately. The 61-year-old actor—best known for his collaborations with director David Fincher (in Netflix’s Mindhunter along with the films Alien 3 and Fight Club)—is having a big summer, having appeared alongside...
