The Help That Many Older Americans Need Most
With shortages of medical professionals and an aging population, thousands of community health care workers prevent older adults from falling through the cracks.
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Trump Expected to Loosen Restrictions on Psychedelic Drugs
An upcoming executive order is intended to accelerate research into the compounds’ efficacy in treating PTSD, depression and other mental health problems, officials said.
Pregnancy vaccine reduces baby hospital admissions for RSV by 80%
A study confirms the vaccine gives excellent protection for babies against life-threatening chest infections.
‘I’m the lucky one’ – more than one in three young men now live with their parents
Last year, the highest proportion of men aged 20-34 were still living at home since at least 2007 as the rising cost of living takes hold.
New PEPFAR Data Show Worrying Declines in Testing and Treatment for H.I.V.
The numbers are the first to quantify the effect of the Trump administration’s shutdown and restarting of a program that has saved millions of lives worldwide.
No, Kim K did not really wear this t-shirt at Coachella…
BBC Verify breaks down how fake viral images of celebrities at Coachella are actually AI generated.
Iris Long, Scientific Mentor to AIDS Activists, Dies at 92
A chemist, she lent her expertise in drug research to ACT UP, an organization known for its street protests, and helped accelerate the approval of H.I.V. and AIDS treatments.
Why is walking in the rain good for your mental health?
Why is walking in the rain good for your mental health?
Three young people contract meningitis in Weymouth
Young people are to be offered the MenB vaccine after three cases of meningitis were confirmed.
World Cup winner Kildunne reveals body dysmorphia struggle
England rugby star Ellie Kildunne says she slipped into disordered eating and unhealthy weight loss during Covid.
‘Men should discuss their feelings more’
Men should discuss their feelings more
New Treatment Lets 3 Transplant Patients Halt Anti-Rejection Drugs
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh gave transplant recipients certain immune cells from their organ donors. It didn’t always work.
Poetry, rhyme and rhythm saved my life
People with diabetes are twice as likely to have depression, a charity backing tailored support says.
‘I didn’t think I needed to be here’ says woman with diabetes and depression
People with diabetes are twice as likely to have depression, a charity backing tailored support says.
Podcaster advocating for endometriosis awareness
Alexandra Morris said women can be dismissed by doctors when describing symptoms of endometriosis.
Trans woman leaves role with women’s health charity
Steph Richards’ endometriosis charity work was criticised by former Home Secretary Suella Braverman.
Nearly Everyone on ‘The Pitt’ Has Trauma
On top of the daily toll of treating patients, the show’s medical providers bring their own scars to the E.R.
Trump to Nominate Doctor Who Has Publicly Supported Vaccines as C.D.C. Director
Dr. Erica Schwartz is seen as a highly qualified traditional choice and tapping her the strongest signal yet that the administration is veering away from vaccine skepticism this election year.
Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat – inquiry report
Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but small minority harmed need better support, says report.
RFK Jr. to Testify Before Congress for First Time This Year
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to defend staff and funding cuts at the Health and Human Services Department he oversees.
Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation
The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday.