Health
Is Dental Insurance Really Worth It?
Dental plans often resemble discount programs more than full insurance. Here’s how to know when paying directly may make more sense.
Equity Is Redefining the Future of Health-System Research
New political, economic, sociocultural, technological, environmental, and legal forces are reshaping what gets studied—and who benefits.
FDA Updates Menopause Hormone Therapy Guidance After Two Decades of Caution
What the agency’s update means for mid-life women and how clinicians can navigate the new evidence.
How Digital Health Is Changing Self Care
The newest consumer health tools offer real opportunity—and why a grounded, evidence-based approach still matters.
When ‘Winter Blues’ Become Seasonal Depression: How to Tell the Difference
Shorter days can affect anyone, but recurring, disruptive symptoms may signal something deeper.
Air Pollution Accelerates Frailty in Midlife and Beyond
Long-term exposure to outdoor pollutants and second-hand smoke raises frailty risk, and forces a rethink of how ageing begins.
Why Young Adults in America Are Dying Sooner
New research shows rising chronic-disease deaths among Americans under 45, and an urgent test for prevention and policy.
The Brain Can’t Maximize Focus and Flexibility at the Same Time
New neuroscience shows that deep focus and rapid adaptability rely on competing systems—understanding this trade-off could improve how we learn, work,
Wearable Health Tech: From Wellness Toy to Medical Risk Zone
As fitness gadgets cross into diagnostic territory, experts warn that oversight, equity, and safety are lagging behind.
DIY Healthcare Is Growing, But the Shortcut Comes With Risk
Patients increasingly turn to at-home tests, wearables, and AI tools raising urgent questions about accuracy, privacy, and medical responsibility.
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