About six of every 100 Americans is affected by seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a recurrent form of major depression, characterized by feelings of hopelessness and despair, fatigue, problems sleeping and concentrating, and changes in appetite. Here’s what you need to know about SAD this winter.
Some immigrant families in Michigan are choosing to miss clinic appointments and opt out of public benefits that would help keep children healthy and prevent disease because they fear it will affect their chances of staying in this country together.
Because oral sex has become a more common practice among sexually active adults in the US, and because HPV is usually a sexually transmitted infection, everyone should be aware of the connection between sexual behavior and cancer risk.
What does science tell us about the controversial politics and complicated research around food production? With meat production requiring large amounts of resources, Meatless Mondays can help omnivores reduce their food’s carbon footprint.
The FDA has repeatedly issued warnings about the dangers of consuming raw cookie dough. But, with holiday baking in full swing, Professor Zikmund-Fisher considers whether it's really that risky to eat this delicious treat.
While maternal mortality rates are declining in all developed countries around the world, maternal deaths continue to increase in the US. However, new postpartum care guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists may be an essential step toward improving maternal health.