Black older Americans have lower prevalence of hearing loss than their white peers
Black Americans 65 years and older have much better hearing than their White counterparts, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Speech,...
5 Ways to Stay Balanced During the Busy Holiday Season
As bright and joyful as the holidays can be, the hustle and bustle of the season can also leave people feeling overwhelmed. Remembering to...
Poverty, racism and the public health crisis in America
Although extreme poverty in the United States is low by global standards, the U.S. has the worst index of health and social problems as...
Keep Healthy for the Holidays
During this year’s holidays, many families are looking forward to celebrating a closer-to-normal season. However, that means staying healthy and keeping all kinds of...
Managing Grief During the Holidays
The holidays, as well as birthdays and other celebrations, are often difficult for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one, particularly...
The Medical Minute: What parents should know about the new Pfizer authorization
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Nov. 2 gave emergency authorization for use of the Pfizer BioNTech vaccine on children as young...
Why sleep experts recommend eliminating time changes and sticking with permanent standard time
November 7 is approaching, and with it the end of daylight saving time, when those in most of the U.S. will “fall back” to...
Straight Facts About Omega-3s and Heart Health
Many people are familiar with omega-3 fatty acids, and some of those at risk for heart disease take them as dietary supplements.
However, according to...
COVID AND RACE: Health data in Allegheny County show racial disparities
The coronavirus pandemic has disproportionately impacted communities of color with its infections and death rates. Those disparities along racial barriers are apparent across the...
Mushroom consumption may lower risk of depression
Mushrooms have been making headlines due to their many health advantages. Not only do they lower one’s risk of cancer and premature death, but...
