News Feature Channel: Public Health

CSUF Student Researcher Explores Black Barbie's Effect on Children's Self-Image

California State University, Fullerton — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:30:51 EST

Barbie dolls have been popular for generations among young children. They have also been criticized for having an unrealistic female body, which can cause young girls to have body image concerns.

McMaster leads Canada's first-ever guidelines for Post COVID-19 Condition

McMaster University — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 18:35:48 EST

A team of experts from McMaster University has led the creation of Canada's first-ever comprehensive guidelines for diagnosing, managing, preventing, and treating post COVID-19 condition (PCC), more commonly known as long COVID.

Four Advances That Could Change Tuberculosis Treatment

American Chemical Society (ACS) — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 17:50:54 EST

As of early 2025, tuberculosis cases are increasing in the U.S. This disease, often shortened to TB, causes significant lung damage and, if not treated, is almost always lethal. World TB Day on March 24 raises awareness about the disease and commemorates Robert Koch's discovery of the source bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. More than a century later, scientists continue refining TB diagnosis methods and treatment strategies , some of which are in these four ACS journal articles.

ACS Stop the Bleed Launches New, More Accessible Training Course

American College of Surgeons (ACS) — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:40:58 EST

The new version of the course, like everything produced by the ACS Stop the Bleed program, was developed by leading trauma and emergency response professionals.

Don't Let Obesity Lead to Diabetes: Take Control with Education and Lifestyle Changes This American Diabetes Alert Day

Hackensack Meridian Health — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 09:15:34 EST

AACI Letter Urges Secretary Kennedy, HHS to Protect Federal Funding for Cancer Research

Association of American Cancer Institutes (AACI) — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 20:05:15 EST

This week, the Association of American Cancer Institutes (AACI) delivered a letter to U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., urging him to ensure stable, uninterrupted funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and National Cancer Institute (NCI).

Xylazine Detected in U.S.-Mexico Border Drug Supply, Study Finds

University of California San Diego — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 11:00:00 EST

Researchers at UC San Diego have confirmed the presence of xylazine in the illicit drug supply at the U.S.-Mexico border. While xylazine remains less common in the Western U.S., border cities serve as key trafficking hubs and may have higher rates of emerging substances.

American Dental Hygienists' Association releases newly revised Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice

American Dental Hygienists' Association — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:00:00 EST

The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA(r)) today announces the release of the 2025 Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice, sponsored by Crest + Oral-B.

Endocrine Society Calls for Restoration of Diabetes Prevention Program

Endocrine Society — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:10:08 EST

Three decades of landmark research into type 2 diabetes prevention abruptly ended this month due to government funding cuts.

Houston Methodist Nurses Help Drive Initiative to Reclassify Penicillin Allergies at the Bedside

Houston Methodist — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 20:25:46 EST

Houston Methodist nurses help drive initiative to reclassify penicillin allergies at the bedside

Tips and tricks to travel safely and stay healthy this spring break

Indiana University — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 20:05:27 EST

Spring break is a time to relax, reset and recharge. Whether you are traveling by car, plane, or boat, staying healthy while doing so is important. W. Graham Carlos, MD, Bicentennial Professor and professor of clinical medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine, gives a few tips and tricks to keep you healthy.

Screen Time Spiked During the Pandemic

George Washington University — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:25:59 EST

Experts at the George Washington University can discuss all aspects of the debate over screen time.

CPAP Therapy Prolongs Life and Alleviates Sleep Apnea Symptoms

UC San Diego Health — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:00:49 EST

Early Pandemic Vulnerability to Severe COVID Identified with Certain Immune System Genotypes

Sbarro Health Research Organization (SHRO) — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 17:45:12 EST

This updated analysis of the relationship between HLA and severe COVID looks at a 'case-control' study of HLA genotypes.

Team Finds Regional, Age-Related Trends in Exposure to Drug-Resistant Campylobacter

College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 17:25:11 EST

Team Finds Regional, Age-Related Trends in Exposure to Drug-Resistant Campylobacter

Roxanne Sicotte: Finding Hope in Suicide Prevention

Universite de Montreal — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:25:04 EST

As a new assistant professor in UdeM's School of Psychoeducation, she wants to make her research findings accessible and, as she puts it, "be helpful to others."

Study Highlights Need for Greater Regulation of Antibiotics Entering Freshwater Environments

Toronto Metropolitan University — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:00:00 EST

Pharmaceutical chemicals entering waterways can have long-term consequences for aquatic, human and environmental health. Researcher Joseph Aladekoyi is studying the impact of pharmaceutical drugs entering freshwater ecosystems.

A Deep Dive into Family Caregivers' Journeys Navigating Alcohol Use Disorder

Florida Atlantic University — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:30:44 EST

Most research focuses on helping individuals with alcohol use disorder (AUD) and promoting abstinence, neglecting their support systems. New research uncovers the essence of the role of family caregivers of individuals with AUD. They often feel isolated and distressed due to a lack of support and resources. This emotional strain can lead to guilt and maladaptive coping strategies. Despite challenges, caregivers remain committed but often struggle with limited knowledge and rely on trial and error in their caregiving.

E-Cigarettes Linked to Lower Cardiac Risks Compared to Tobacco Cigarettes in People with HIV

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Health Sciences — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST

Electronic cigarettes use may pose lower cardiovascular risks in people living with HIV compared to tobacco cigarette use, new UCLA-led research shows. The study, published in JAHA, uses a novel laboratory model to examine the early stages of atherogenesis--the buildup of fats and cholesterol in the arteries.

American Dental Hygienists' Association Calls for Adherence to Code of Ethics for Public Safety

American Dental Hygienists' Association — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:59 EST

The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA(r)) issued a statement today calling on all dental hygienists to uphold the integrity of the profession and prioritize public safety by adhering to the ADHA Code of Ethics, coinciding with National Ethics Awareness Month in March.