Does paraquat cause Parkinson's? What the evidence says about this common weed killer
Paraquat is one of the world's most widely used herbicides. It's also highly toxic, and some research points to a link with Parkinson's disease.
Jun 16, 2026
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How do financial conflicts of interest influence medical prescribing practices?
Financial relationships between physicians and the pharmaceutical industry have long raised important questions about how these interactions may influence clinical decision-making, prescribing behavior and health care spending.
Jun 16, 2026
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Research reveals evolving fatherhood expectations
Father's Day is a time to celebrate fathers and express gratitude for the sacrifices they make for their families. Today's dads are more involved in their children's lives than ever—up more than an hour per week over the ...
Jun 16, 2026
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Common weed killer may affect hormones tied to pregnancy and fetal development, new research finds
Exposure to glyphosate, the active ingredient in many weedkillers, was linked to changes in several hormones that support pregnancy and fetal development—in one of the few studies to examine how a widely used herbicide may ...
Jun 16, 2026
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FDA expands use of kidney cancer drug belzutifan
Belzutifan, a first-in-class drug that arose from scientific discoveries at UT Southwestern Medical Center, has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat some patients with earlier-stage kidney cancers in ...
Jun 16, 2026
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Expanding the evidence for behavioral interventions in gastroenterology
The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Feinberg has a distinct strength in understanding how behavior and lifestyle influence gastrointestinal (GI) health. Through its work and in collaboration with the Northwestern ...
Jun 16, 2026
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Nearly half the world's children exposed to three or more climate risks: UNICEF
More than 1 billion children face at least three overlapping climate hazards, UNICEF warned Monday, while highlighting the disproportionate impact in some regions of the world.
Jun 16, 2026
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ADHD may be underdiagnosed in adults across England, study finds
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may still be underrecognized and underdiagnosed in England despite recent increases in diagnosis, according to a study led by researchers at UCL, University of Liverpool and ...
Jun 16, 2026
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Major sporting events could offer a public health role for nursing students
As Toronto hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the city is welcoming large crowds, international visitors and volunteers into stadiums, transit hubs, fan spaces and public areas. For many people, the World Cup is about soccer, ...
Jun 16, 2026
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Brain-computer interface enables independent, accurate communication for man living with ALS
A new study demonstrates that a person with severe paralysis caused by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) can use a brain-computer interface (BCI) at home to communicate, work and interact with the digital world—without ...
Jun 15, 2026
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