During my work as a clinical psychologist and neurobiologist, I have spoken with many individuals who are considering taking antidepressant medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Many ask me ...
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The American Heart Association warns that false information about COVID vaccination and heart defects attributed to the Association may be spreading. The misinformation is inaccurately and incorrectly connected to a recent ...
May 23, 2024
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Many people eat a plant-based diet for health benefits and cultural and religious beliefs, while others just enjoy the savory taste of fruits and vegetables.
Apr 18, 2024
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Over 100,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for an organ transplant. Unfortunately, many may never get the call saying that a suitable donor organ—and a second chance at life—has been found. It's estimated that more than ...
Apr 17, 2024
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The myth that "only skinny white affluent girls develop eating disorders" is to blame for other sufferers not getting diagnosed or treated, according to health experts.
Dec 18, 2023
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Artificial intelligence language models such as ChatGPT are increasingly being used in many different professions, and medicine is not an exception.
Nov 9, 2023
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April is National Donate Life Month. This annual observation raises awareness about donation, encourages people to register as donors and honors those who have saved lives through the gift of donation.
Apr 6, 2023
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As a woman in my mid-60s, I have been diagnosed with a urinary tract infection for the first time ever. I was surprised to find out that I don't need antibiotics because I don't have any symptoms. There's a lot of conflicting ...
Feb 8, 2023
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The holiday-suicide myth, the false claim that the suicide rate rises during the year-end holiday season, persisted in some news coverage through the 2021-22 holidays, according to U.S. media data collected and analyzed by ...
Dec 5, 2022
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As a new school year starts for teenagers, sleep health researchers are shining a light on some of the most common myths held by parents and caregivers about their teens' sleep. A new study by investigators from Brigham and ...
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