Autistic women face barriers to safe and supportive maternity care—new research
Childbirth is often described as one of life’s most profound experiences, but for many, it can be fraught with anxiety, pain and trauma.
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We asked young people if they wanted tighter vaping regulation to phase out nicotine—here’s what they said
New Zealand’s smokefree law was hailed around the world for creating a smokefree generation that would have lifelong protection from smoking’s harms.
Children with avoidant restrictive food intake disorder face increased risk of disease
Children with avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) have an elevated risk of developing psychiatric and physical conditions, a new study from Karolinska Institutet published in JAMA Pediatrics reports. The study highlights the importance of early identification to improve care of these children.
Beta-glucan from fungi could help protect against influenza
A component found in all fungi may provide a shield against flu-related lung damage, according to a new study.
Urinary DNA methylation test shows some promise for noninvasive bladder cancer screening
Researchers led by the University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Korea, have checked the performance of a noninvasive urinary DNA methylation test for bladder cancer diagnosis.
Africa’s sperm donor industry ‘lacks vital safeguards,’ fertility experts warn
Poor regulation and lack of transparency in Africa’s fertility industry leave sperm donors and recipients vulnerable to exploitation and unethical practices, including relatives unwittingly having children together, fertility experts warn.
Be prepared—keeping food safe during power outages
The Food Safety Information Council has issued food safety advice for consumers about how to be prepared for power outages.
Be prepared—keeping food safe during power outages
The Food Safety Information Council has issued food safety advice for consumers about how to be prepared for power outages.
Authentic communication can reduce risky teen drinking
While fear-based messaging around alcohol aimed towards teens is common practice, new research suggests a key to curbing adolescents’ risky drinking behavior is through authentic and open communication that acknowledges some of the positive aspects while warning of the negative consequences of drinking.
Lack of regulations, oversight in health care IT can cause harm
New ILR School-led research offers a comprehensive overview of the role of health information technology (IT) in the financialization of the health care industry—the extent to which Silicon Valley and Wall Street investors have profited on health IT systems that have often failed to deliver promised gains.