It’s alarming, but doctors are not doing enough to combat one of the most widespread health problems affecting people around the globe. The issue is that they can’t even recognize the problem at hand. Researchers at the University of Liverpool…
When lying in a hospital bed, the last thing you want to worry about is risking infection from the very place that’s supposed to heal you. Yet, there’s a significant risk of contracting an infection while in the hospital that…
In today’s fast-paced world, watching television is often labeled as an unhealthy pastime, contributing to sedentary lifestyles. However, this generalization overlooks the positive impact television can also have. Health and lifestyle TV shows inspire, motivate, and educate viewers who are…
An everyday event that may go unnoticed could be creating a significant health issue right in your neighborhood. Frequent small gasoline spills at gas stations during refueling can contaminate soil and water, negatively affecting nearby residents. Spills as a Contamination…
Would you prefer your doctor to be a man or a woman? This question has become more relevant in recent years, as research has begun to shed light on significant differences between male and female physicians. One study, conducted at…
Did you know that fewer women are on the list of doctors paid the most money by drug and medical device companies? According to a ProPublica analysis of new data released by the federal government, over 90% of the 300…
When it comes to measuring your health and life expectancy, there’s an unexpected symptom you need to examine carefully – your sense of smell. Researchers at the University of Chicago have found that a significant decline in the sense of…
If you’ve ever wondered whether your doctor has a financial relationship with the pharmaceutical companies producing the medications they prescribe, you’re not alone. Open Payments, the government website created to provide transparency around the payments made to doctors and teaching…
As you prepare to step into the job market, there’s critical information you need to know. A Swedish research study reveals that obese teenagers with big waistlines may earn significantly lower salaries, approximately 18% less, throughout their working lives compared…
Ticks and the diseases they carry can be a danger all year long, with the ticks that carry Lyme disease being especially hardy. Lyme disease can cause a range of health problems and understanding the risks is necessary to protect…
Health insurance companies are no longer allowed to turn away patients because of their pre-existing conditions or charge them more because of those conditions. But some health policy experts say insurers may be doing so in a more subtle way:…
Do you know that sitting for long hours every day can reduce your life expectancy? That’s right, prolonged sitting poses serious health risks. But don’t despair, a study by Indiana University has discovered a simple antidote that can help counteract…