Honoring the Mothers Who Never Got To Meet Their Children
This week, we open the conversation around miscarriage in an effort to normalize this common experience.
Has The Food Marketing Industry Contributed To Childhood Obesity?
Experts break down the marketing strategies used to get product attention in grocery stores and online.
Medical Notes: May 14, 2023
A new treatment cured 100% of mice from brain cancer after tumor removal. Can science reverse a bad diet? Birth control is becoming gender neutral. And more.
How AI Is Thrusting Us Into the Future of Medicine
Experts discuss the many different applications of AI and how we can expect to interact with the technology in the field of medicine going forward.
What You Need To Know About Your Baby’s Flat Head
Peter Taub, a professor of pediatrics, says plagiocephaly ("flat head syndrome") isn’t a syndrome at all and doesn’t cause any neurologic symptoms.
Medical Notes: May 7, 2023
Having dementia doesn’t mean taking more medication. Does the size or shape of your heart that matters? Speech therapy is going digital. And more.
“I’m Not Dying, But Is That Good Enough?”: Improving Lupus Research
Lupus ABC is the first of its kind public-private partnership with the FDA, allowing researchers and patients to work together on lupus treatment breakthroughs.
Rewiring Your Brain To Create Healthier Habits
Dr. Hammer believes our health is a big piece of overall happiness. He offers tips and tools that can help us be more intentional with our health.
Medical Notes: April 30, 2023
Cases of HIV may be on the rise. Why is multiple sclerosis underdiagnosed in children? Should fathers drink during a pregnancy? And more.
Is Mental Health a Scapegoat for Mass Violence?
Experts explain what the statistics point to as the underlying cause of mass violence.
Kitchen Chemistry: Sweet Proteins May Be the Future of Sugar
Many alternative sweeteners have tried to solve this sugar dilemma, but Dr. Ryder believes the best solution can be found in plant proteins.
Medical Notes: April 23, 2023
Autism diagnoses are at an all-time high. Teens using cannabis could have major reproductive effects. Artificial intelligence could help keep people alive and more.
How Safety Net Hospitals Increase Access to Health Care
Dr. Ricardo Nuila discusses why the safety net hospital model may be more effective than the standard, privatized healthcare approach.
Kitchen Chemistry: Natural Flavors – How Natural Are They?
Dr. David Andrews explains the process of creating natural flavors, the FDA guidelines, and how safe they are for consumption.
Medical Notes: April 16, 2023
New precision medicine may be a breakthrough for cancer treatment. Is dry cleaning bad for your health? Light therapy could mend your heart.
TikTok Tics: Can Social Media Cause Neurologic Disorders?
Our experts explain the cause and how to successfully recover from the disorder.
Breaking the Silence on Incest and Sexual Trauma
Dr. Patti Feuereisen explains how to support victims of sexual abuse and why starting the conversation is necessary.
Medical Notes: April 9, 2023
Are we prepared for another pandemic? Tackle football isn’t as kid-friendly as you think. Are you taking the right amount of insulin? And more.
Saving Yourself: What To Do in an Emergency Situation
An expert explains the most important steps to take when you’re in a crisis that will give you the best chances of survival.
Happy Accidents in Science That Created the Products We Use Every Day
Our experts discuss why we should look at failures as a starting point rather than the end of the road.
Medical Notes: April 2, 2023
Diagnostic testing for Alzheimer's disease is becoming more accessible. Not all fiber is created equal. Do you know why childhood stress can affect your adult life? The source of our balance can be found inside our ears.
Research Misconduct: The Growing Issue of Data Integrity in Science
Dr. Matthew Schrag, the whistleblower of the alleged falsified paper, explains the issue and what it means for future research.
The Woman Behind the Polio Vaccine
In honor of Women’s History Month, Author Lynn Cullen explains Horstmann’s crucial role in the fight against polio.
Medical Notes: March 26, 2023
How fevers can benefit your child’s health. Can CBD help you kick your bad habit? If our eyes are always moving, why do we see a stable world?
