Health
The Ordeal of Hannah Pettey: A Case of Survival and Justice
In January 2022, Hannah Pettey experienced severe, relentless pain for six months. Her condition made it difficult to care for her children, Lincoln and Gracie. Her husband, Brian Mann, supported her during this challenging time
The Aftermath of Nepal’s Catastrophic Floods
Missing Persons and Devastation More than 5,600 individuals remain unaccounted for following the devastating flash floods in Nepal. In Devighat, a board displays photos of some missing persons. Shushma Bhusal, regional lead for the International
COVID-19 Cases Rise Across Most of U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports rising COVID-19 infections across 47 states in the United States. This surge is occurring as summer comes to an end and suggests that elevated virus activity
Advocates Push to End Child Marriage in the U.S. and Worldwide
Advocates and survivors of child marriage in Boston are calling for an end to this practice, as more than two dozen U.S. states currently allow marriage under the age of 18 under certain circumstances. Congress
Voice Disorders Linked to Increased Dementia Risk: New Study Insights
Changes in speech patterns may serve as an early warning sign of cognitive decline, according to a comprehensive study. The research suggests voice disorders may be more closely connected to future dementia risk than hearing
Protect Yourself from MyChart Phishing Scams
Many people use MyChart, a popular patient portal by Epic, to access health information and communicate with care teams. Recently, there has been increasing concern about scams targeting MyChart users. Criminals impersonate MyChart through phishing
GLP-1 Drugs: Potential Beyond Diabetes and Obesity
Recent research indicates GLP-1 drugs, widely used for obesity and type 2 diabetes, may extend lifespan. A study by the University of California, Berkeley, published in Nature on September 2, has found promising results in
Barriers to Routine Preventive Care in Alaska
Distance, weather, work schedules, insurance status, and a limited health workforce hinder access to routine preventive care in Alaska. The Alaska Beacon is an independent, nonpartisan news organization focused on connecting Alaskans to their state
Starting Statin Therapy Early May Lower Dementia Risk for Diabetes Patients
Initiating statin therapy soon after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis may offer benefits beyond heart protection. A study presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress on August 30 suggests a potential link to reduced
Rabies Warnings Issued in Multiple States After Infected Animals Detected
Health officials in several states have raised alarms about rabies after discovering infected animals including bats, raccoons, foxes, goats, and a pet dog. These findings increase concerns about potential exposure for people and pets. Notable