Touch has become a subject of lawsuits and medical interventions. The MeToo movement pulled touch into an unexpected, negative spotlight in our culture.
Céline Gounder, KFF Health News’ editor-at-large for public health, appeared on “CBS Morning News” on May 30 to discuss concerns that the spread of an avian flu virus has decimated flocks of birds, which may affect consumers’ supply of eggs. Eggs are a major tool in the manufacturing of vaccines that could help protect people from a bird flu outbreak.
Alagille syndrome is a genetic disorder that can affect the liver, heart, and other parts of the body.One of the major features of Alagille syndrome is liver damage caused by abnormalities in the bile ducts.
Obesity has become a global health crisis, with an estimated 16% of the world’s adult population classified as obese. The search for effective treatments is more urgent than ever.
World events can be overwhelming - the straw that breaks the camel's back for those who battle mental health issues. But there are things you can do to mitigate the threat and safeguard your wellbeing.
Goop is Gwyneth Paltrow's platform that is increasingly peddling personal health and advising her followers to use practices and products that are not medically suited
Conversations about women's health are not new. Researchers, clinicians, patient advocates and policymakers have spent decades drawing attention to disparities in care, gaps in...