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August 10, 2026 · 5 min read
For most of the last century, pasteurization has been one of public health’s quieter success stories. Milk is heated for a short period, disease-causing microorganisms are dramatically reduced, and the milk that reaches consumers retains essentially the same major nutrients. That arrangement did not generate much controversy for decades. Recently, however, raw milk has moved […]
On a hot afternoon in Shanghai, Ms. Liu walks her grandson to the nearest public park. It is small, just a strip of green between two large housing blocks, but it is always full of life. Retirees practice tai chi, teenagers skate, and neighbors gather in clusters of shade. For Ms. Liu, this sliver of […]
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Programming note! We’re not going away for the next two weeks, but like everyone else, we’ll be slowing down a bit. Same cadence, same articles, but we have something special planned for the last two 2025 issues. Pam Bondi Dismissed Charges Against a Surgeon Who Falsified Vaccine Cards. It Emboldened Others With Similar Cases. Dr. […]
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The National Health Service (NHS) in England is currently grappling with a dual crisis that could not have come at a more precarious moment. As the country battles an early and severe flu season, resident doctors are preparing to embark on a five-day strike. This confluence of events has been dubbed a ‘perfect storm’ by […]
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When African American women face intimate partner violence (IPV), their odds of surviving depend on much more than calling a hotline or leaving home. It’s a public health crisis—one intertwined with racism, poverty, and the deep mistrust between Black communities and the systems meant to protect them. Four recent studies led by Dr. Bernadine Waller […]
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In a small community clinic in Buenos Aires, a health worker greets a patient she’s known for years—a transgender woman who depends on sex work to survive. She’s there not just for care, but for safety, respect, and a reminder that her health matters. But behind this simple act of care lies a complex web […]
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As the global community encounters an evolving landscape of health challenges, child nutrition remains pivotal in shaping public health outcomes. Recent studies and reports have shed light on the nuanced relationships between dietary practices and health across various life stages. This synthesis of recent findings is crucial for policymakers, healthcare providers, and communities aiming to […]
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It’s Saturday morning. A teenage girl grabs her dog’s leash, scrolling through messages as her golden retriever tugs toward the door. She sighs—but ten minutes later, she’s laughing, walking faster, breathing deeply. Her dog doesn’t just get her outside. He keeps her moving. That simple act—walking a dog—may be one of the most overlooked tools […]
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The Accelerated Integration of AI in Healthcare: A Paradigm Shift Healthcare is undergoing a paradigm shift with the accelerated integration of artificial intelligence (AI). Various health systems worldwide are rapidly adopting AI technologies to enhance clinical decisions, diagnostics, and patient outcomes. However, amidst this advancement, a critical need emerges—the establishment of concrete legal safeguards to […]
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Telehealth, once seen as a niche offering primarily for hard-to-reach areas, has swiftly become a cornerstone of modern healthcare. Propelled by technological advancements and the global push for more accessible health services, telemedicine has revolutionized how healthcare is delivered. It’s more than just video consultations; it’s a broader ecosystem encompassing remote monitoring, mobile health apps, […]
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