Don’t Sweat It
Fact checked by Ros Lederman A solid night’s rest can be particularly elusive for women whose hormones are fluctuating — whether due to postpartum, perimenopause, menopause, or as a result of medical therapies, such as breast cancer treatment. When Chicago native Jackie Hutson was experiencing night sweats after the birth of her first child, she says […]
Who’s In Charge?
How government agencies influence vaccine policy Fact checked by Derick Wilder Although local health departments set vaccine requirements and schedules, the federal government plays a significant role in vaccine development, approval, and distribution. With Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. as secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), that process may change. Kennedy has […]
The Public Health Crisis of Gun Violence
For the first time in history, the United States Surgeon General in June 2024 declared gun violence a public health emergency. “Firearm violence is a public health crisis. Our failure to address it is a moral crisis,” Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD, said in a public address. Murthy introduced a 39-page advisory, laying out an […]