Can We Protect Athletes Without Changing The NFL?
Dr. Michael Alosco discusses what causes CTE and the mysteries that still surround the disease.
Boston University Sub-categories:
Boston University is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts. The university is nonsectarian, but has a historical affiliation with the United Methodist Church. It was founded in 1839 by Methodists with its original campus in Newbury, Vermont, before moving to Boston in 1867. (Wikipedia)
External link for more info: Boston University
Generic Drugs: The Industry Secrets That Can Lead To Drug Shortages
Our expert explains the systems in place – as well as their weaknesses and strengths.
How Poor Healthcare In Prison Affects You And The Rest Of America
Our expert discusses the obstacles many prisoners face when in need of medical care.
‘They’d Rather Go Back To Combat’: Men Facing Their Military Sexual Trauma
Dr. Jonathan Yahalom, a psychologist, explains how MST symptoms feed into the lack of research and what his own studies show on how to treat male survivors.
Public Health And Politics: A Look At The Mistakes Made During The Pandemic
Science has long been an influence of public policy, but some argue that public health organizations became too visible during the pandemic.
Medical Notes: Is Your Brain Shrinking? Why Are Suicides At An All-Time High? And Why Your Future Wristwatch May Be Prescribed By A Doctor
Is Your Brain Shrinking? Why Are Suicides At An All-Time High? And Why Your Future Wristwatch May Be Prescribed By A Doctor
Medical Notes: June 11, 2023
A new brain discovery identifies marker associated with risk of suicide. Researchers estimate half of this population is affected by hearing loss. Scientists are getting up close and personal with our guts. Watching the clock may be worsening your insomnia.
Medical Notes: May 28, 2023
When should you get a mammogram? Can science regrow missing limbs? Proper chewing may help people with type 2 diabetes. Airplanes may be ruining your sleep.
Have We Relied Too Much on Healthcare?
Dr. Michael Stein explains the difference between healthcare and public health, arguing that we should pay more attention to preventing conditions before they occur.
Offshoring Medication: Where Are Your Generic Drugs Being Made?
According to Georgetown University’s Health Policy Institute, 66% of all U.S. adults use prescription drugs – and a majority of those are generic. So why don’t we know where these products are made?
CTE: The Mysterious Brain Disorder That’s Taken Over the NFL
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive brain disorder that can only be diagnosed after death. The condition is caused by repeated head trauma, but much of CTE is still a mystery. Dr. Michael Alosco discusses who he thinks is most at risk and the various obstacles researchers face while studying CTE.
Medical Notes: January 30, 2022
A study finds that increased demand for plastic is doing more damage to both humans and our environment than we thought. Then, car crashes involving pot consumption have doubled over the last 20 years. A study finds that sitting around more is a big reason for the increase in depression. And finally, e-scooters often have a bigger carbon footprint than what …
