“Understanding the Roots of Vaccine Skepticism Among Mothers in America” Recent studies have shown a concerning decline in pediatric vaccination rates in the United States, leading to the resurgence of diseases such as measles and mumps. Vaccine skepticism, once considered a fringe ideology, has now become a widespread phenomenon, with many mothers expressing doubts about…
The National Institutes of Health and National Library of Medicine have awarded Distinguished Professor of History Trish Starks a $50,000 grant to write a book on the history of population health in Russia during the 20th century. In her upcoming book, “Save the Men! Russian Male Health in Crisis from the Revolution to Today,” Starks…
Research has shown that poor sleep habits are closely linked to long-term chronic Health conditions. A recent study conducted by researchers from Penn State’s College of Health and Human Development identified four distinct sleep patterns and found that these patterns are predictive of overall health outcomes. The study, which utilized data from the Midlife in…
Guillain-Barre Syndrome: A Journey of Recovery and Inspiration Guillain-Barre Syndrome is a rare but serious condition in which the immune system attacks the peripheral nerves, leading to muscle weakness and, in severe cases, paralysis. For one individual, Shue, her battle with Guillain-Barre was a challenging and life-changing experience. Shue described her case as particularly severe,…
Floortime: The Surprising Trend Sweeping Social Media Josh Patner, a Brooklyn resident, has always found solace in lying on the floor. Growing up, he watched his mother escape the chatter of his grandmother by laying down in the kitchen, phone held away from her head. His father, a fan of floor naps himself, would retreat…
As a doctor certified in two clinical specialties, I have written countless prescriptions for patients to address and prevent disease. However, I have never written a prescription for food – until now. Recent advancements in science have shown us that food can be a powerful form of medicine. The United States is currently facing an…
Lee Kyung-ja’s sister is in grave danger as she finds herself caught in the crossfire of a labour dispute between South Korean doctors and the government. With her life hanging in the balance, Lee, a concerned 70-year-old visitor to a local hospital in Cheongju, expressed frustration over the ongoing walkout that has disrupted healthcare services…
