Genetics and Racism Contribute to Racial-ethnic Disparities in Obesity and Comorbidities July 20, 2022 Obesity prevalence is on the rise across the U.S., but some groups are at a greater risk for the disease than others. Healio
Column: As Professionals Flee Antiabortion Policies, Red States Face a Brain Drain July 19, 2022 Some university faculty members in red states are publicly expressing concerns about the impact of right-wing policies on efforts to attract students and recruit qualified people to their institutions. Los Angeles Times
A One Health Approach for Better Health Solutions July 18, 2022 The One Health approach to research connects experts in human, animal and environmental health to improve health outcomes for all. Read more Thumbnail
Consciousness and the Quantum Mind July 18, 2022 Theories suggested by Stuart R. Hameroff, MD, professor emeritus in the College of Medicine – Tucson, are cited in this story on consciousness and the quantum mind. Psychology Today
What a Good Night’s Sleep Can Do for Your Heart July 17, 2022 New health guidelines put a spotlight on the link between a good night’s sleep and a healthy heart. The Wall Street Journal
Can COVID-19 Trigger Insomnia? July 16, 2022 The CDC now lists sleep problems and fatigue as symptoms of long COVID. La Semana Del Sur
How Do Vaccines Affect Periods? A Big COVID Survey Lays Out Some Clues July 15, 2022 Since the COVID-19 vaccines first began rolling out last winter, recipients have noticed unexpected menstrual bleeding after getting the shots. A recent survey of tens of thousands of adults confirms that this experience is relatively common. Popular Science
Your First Aid Kit May Be Expired July 15, 2022 Hydrocortisone ointment is one of several common items in a first aid kit that may have an expiration date. Lifehacker
APS Radio: Dr. Jeff Burgess July 15, 2022 Jeff Burgess, MD, MPH, professor in the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, discusses a recent announcement from the World Health Organization officially declaring firefighting a cancer-causing profession. Fire Engineering