Obstetrics & gynaecology

The quiet collapse of America's reproductive health safety net

In late October, Maine Family Planning announced three rural clinics in northern Maine would close by month's end. These primary care and reproductive health clinics served about 800 patients, many uninsured or on Medicaid.

Health

Supercharge your workout with a weighted vest?

Weighted vests are one of the latest health trends popping up on social media. There are lots of claims about the benefits: They can help you lose weight and improve your strength, posture, and even your bone density. But ...

Cardiology

Higher stroke risk found in disadvantaged communities

A new study by researchers at the University of Tasmania's Menzies Institute for Medical Research has found people living in lower socio-economic areas (SES) are significantly more likely to experience stroke than people ...

Cardiology

Body clocks matter for heart health

As modern lifestyles increasingly challenge the body's natural circadian rhythm, the American Heart Association is spotlighting the potential health consequences of regular disruptions to our body's internal clock with a ...

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