“Outrageously” priced weight-loss drugs could bankrupt US health care
Prices would need to be dramatically slashed to avoid increasing the national deficit. Enlarge / Packaging for Wegovy, manufactured by Novo Nordisk, is seen in this illustration photo. (credit: Getty | Jakub Porzycki) Wi.....»»
Tackling the dual threat: A global strategy for PM2.5 and O3 pollution
Air pollution is a severe risk to human health and the environment, particularly from fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and ozone (O3). Despite global efforts, many cities continue to face significant exposure risks from these pollutants......»»
How divorce is boosting gender equality in Sweden—new study
Single mothers are one of the most vulnerable groups in societies around the world. In Sweden, the number of women with these care responsibilities has nearly halved over the past two decades. What has caused this change? Are we seeing a dramatic rev.....»»
The Pentagon’s Antivaccine Propaganda Endangered Public Health and Tarnished U.S. Credibility
Amid the pandemic, the Pentagon ran a conspiracy campaign to discredit vaccines–just so it could score points against China. The revelation is a worst-case scenario for global public health.....»»
Supreme Court Allows Emergency Abortions in Idaho—For Now
A Supreme Court decision allows emergency abortion care despite a state ban in Idaho while the case works its way through lower courts.....»»
Justice Department charges nearly 200 people in $2.7 billion health care fraud schemes crackdown
Justice Department charges nearly 200 people in $2.7 billion health care fraud schemes crackdown.....»»
Prospect of low-priced Chinese EVs reaching US from Mexico poses threat to automakers
Prospect of low-priced Chinese EVs reaching US from Mexico poses threat to automakers.....»»
Study reveals the microbes vital to a healthy Brisbane River
A unique method of monitoring river health has uncovered an army of tiny organisms fighting to protect the Brisbane River......»»
Research team develops surfaces designed to discourage spread of resistant bacteria
Antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections are becoming a major societal challenge. To solve this problem, researchers are working on new drugs that kill bacteria without promoting resistance, and on new materials that prevent the formation of bacteri.....»»
Novel peptide formulation shows promise of restoring cognitive decline in schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a complicated mental health disorder accompanied by a wide range of symptoms such as hallucinations, impaired cognitive ability, and disorganized speech or behavior. It has been associated with anomalies in neurotransmission due to t.....»»
Study projects loss of brown macroalgae and seagrasses with global environmental change
Researchers predict that climate change will drive a substantial redistribution of brown seaweeds and seagrasses at the global scale. The projected changes are alarming due to the fundamental role of seaweeds and seagrasses in coastal ecosystems, and.....»»
Meet ASUS’ Newest Wearable, the VivoWatch 6
It's priced competitively versus most wearables on the market. The post Meet ASUS’ Newest Wearable, the VivoWatch 6 appeared first on Phandroid. While smartwatches are a common product in today’s consumer tech landscape, there.....»»
Should Next-Generation Psychedelics Skip the Trip?
Companies attract venture funding for redesigned psychedelic drugs.....»»
Advanced Meditation Alters Consciousness and Our Basic Sense of Self
An emerging science of advanced meditation could transform mental health and our understanding of consciousness.....»»
Teens’ Mental Health May Improve When They Help Others
Volunteering in community programs can reduce youth depression and anxiety, researchers are beginning to learn.....»»
Ozempic Quiets Food Noise in the Brain—But How?
Blockbuster weight-loss drugs are revealing how appetite, pleasure and addiction work in the brain.....»»
People Who Are Fat and Healthy May Hold Keys to Understanding Obesity
“Heavy and healthy” can be a rare or common condition. But either way it may signal that some excess weight is just fine.....»»
AC Costs Will Finally Be Covered for Public Housing Resident
The Department of Housing and Urban Development long refused to pay cooling costs for public housing, but climate-change-fueled heat waves have underscored the public health need.....»»
Vietnam"s VinFast looks to tiny EV, priced at less than $10,000, to change its fortunes
Vietnam"s VinFast looks to tiny EV, priced at less than $10,000, to change its fortunes.....»»
What’s the 2-2-2 method for weight loss? ‘Your body’s gonna feel so good’
What’s the 2-2-2 method for weight loss? ‘Your body’s gonna feel so good’.....»»
Rivian’s VW deal could make it the Apple or Google of EV software
The spotlight has been on Rivian’s long-term health for a bit now. With the company under financial pressure to get over the hump of moving … The post Rivian’s VW deal could make it the Apple or Google of EV software appeared first.....»»