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Doctors have long known that pregnancy and early childhood matter, but a growing body of research now argues that the first 1,000 days, from conception to a child’s second birthday, may be the most influential period in shaping lifelong health.
The liver, a vital organ responsible for detoxification, metabolism, and nutrient storage, often bears the brunt of modern lifestyle…
In palliative care and hospice settings, doctors see clear signs when the body begins to ease out of its…
Autoimmune diseases affect millions of people worldwide, yet misinformation continues to spread about these complex conditions. From outdated beliefs…
Women account for almost 80% of the autoimmune disease population, according to a study published in the journal Emerging…
Anxiety can feel like a storm inside your mind, pulling your thoughts in every direction except the present. When…
Forget pricey retreats, science shows the most effective forms of self-care are free and within reach every day. Self-care…
We often think about protecting our skin from the sun or keeping our hearts healthy, but how often do…
Women are bringing unprecedented change to the fields of public health and medicine, transforming the field in a manner…
There are many examples of aging in place until advanced age. However, by the age of 70, it is…
From the first stirrings of puberty to the wisdom of later years, female libido is shaped not just by…
Losing a job can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to lose health coverage too. Explore your options to protect care and regain peace of mind.
Organ donation is often called “the gift of life,” a deeply personal act that can transform tragedy into hope….
Proper nutrition is essential for seniors in nursing homes, yet a recent study has revealed that many facilities across…
Have you ever left a doctor’s office feeling unsure about your diagnosis or treatment plan? Maybe you’re facing a…
A hospitalist is a physician who focuses exclusively on the care of patients during their hospital stay. Unlike primary…
The birth control pill serves as a vital tool for managing reproductive health. However, there comes a time for…
Where’s DOGE when you need them? I have a perfect example of government waste that could be cancelled before we piss away money on it, but that seems unlikely since it was just announced last week and appears to be an RFK Jr. wet dream.
This commentary is a repost from “Sex on Wednesdays” by Martha Kempner on Substack. Find her other articles on The Queen…
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a major global health issue, affecting millions of people and often leading to serious…
If you’ve ever had a nagging backache or felt like your neck was tighter than a rusty hinge, you…
The FDA’s approval of HPV self-collection kits in May 2024 marks a significant advancement in cervical cancer screening, offering…
Health insurance bill negotiators play a crucial role in the complex world of healthcare finance, acting as intermediaries between…
Tampons have been a regulated medical device since the 1980s when a series of toxic shock deaths raised questions about their safety. Companies need FDA permission to sell them in the United States. That’s not usually a problem because there’s not a lot of variety in tampons. Some have a plastic applicator, some have a cardboard one, some have none, but for the most part they are a cylindrical wad of cotton with a string.
Two new studies show that the fall of Roe v. Wade has changed young people’s reproductive and residential behaviors. Researchers at George Washington University found that rates of permanent sterilization for both women and men went up everywhere after the Dobbs decision in 2022 with more increase seen in states that restrict abortion.