Myocarditis risk significantly higher after COVID-19 infection vs. after a COVID-19 vaccine
In a detailed analysis of nearly 43 million people, ages 13 and older, who received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine in...
Build Friendship Skills for Back-to-School Success
When thinking about back-to-school season, most people naturally think of academics. However, it’s just as important to focus on social and emotional skills.
Children of...
New Research Shines Light on Racial Disparities in Cancer Treatment
In a study published August 5th in JCO Oncology Practice, researchers from Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah found significant health care...
Black-owned Life Tree Women Care uses cultural competence to cut bias and make patients...
In the United States, there remains an implicit bias that affects the quality of health care for African Americans.
“The attitudes and behaviors of health...
Dermatologist explains what happens if you get monkeypox
The World Health Organization has declared the growing monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency, and that an international response is necessary to prevent it...
Why Is There a Connection Between Napping and Hypertension?
A new study published in the American Heart Association Journal indicated that people who often nap may experience a greater risk of developing high...
What Women Need to Know About Stroke Risks
It may not be widely known that women face unique risk factors for stroke throughout their lifetime. Things like pregnancy, preeclampsia and chronic stress...
4 Summertime Skin Care Tips
Summer brings sunshine and plenty of exciting opportunities to head outdoors for fun with family and friends. While those joyous moments make the season...
Using Your Mouth as an Indicator of Whole-Body Health
Poor oral health is common among American adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 65 million Americans have periodontitis, the...
The Importance of Daily Sunscreen Use
Wearing sunscreen every day, even if you are outside only for short periods, is an important step in keeping your skin looking healthy and...