Hiltzik: RFK Jr. discards the science on autism
For followers of medical disinformation, the claim that autism is linked to childhood vaccinations is the reddest of…
The Lancet slams “corporate power” driving UPFs, nutritionists reject processing-based dietary advice
As global policymakers and healthcare advisers move to curb ultra-processed foods (UPFs), the UK medical journal The Lancet…
Washington Patient Dies After Rare Bird Flu Infection | Health
Key Takeaways A rare bird flu case in Washington has led to a death The specific strain had…
Ultra-processed foods linked to rise in prediabetes risk
A new longitudinal study shows that rising ultra-processed food intake in young adults with a history of overweight…
U of A’s AI expertise stands out in latest Global Ranking of Academic Subjects
The University of Alberta is a global powerhouse in artificial intelligence, according to the latest Global Ranking of…
The collection and integration of data on migrants in health information systems: evidence from Ireland | International Journal for Equity in Health
Crawley H, Skleparis D. Refugees, migrants, neither, both: categorical fetishism and the politics of bounding in europe’s ‘migration…
Understanding the potential of urban parks to promote well-being
Data OSM is a globally encompassing geographic information database based on crowdsourced contributions. While accessible through a map…
Global experts call for urgent action to curb rising ultra-processed food consumption
Food companies are driving a global rise in ultra-processed food consumption that is damaging our health, and also…
Study finds thousands of hazardous sites in the US risk flooding from sea level rise
If heat-trapping pollution from burning coal, oil and gas continues unchecked, thousands of hazardous sites across the United…
Countries used to test drugs often don’t see the approved medicines, study finds
Numerous medicines are not accessible in many of the countries where they were tested before approval by the…
Preparing for the respiratory virus season: A guide for families
As respiratory virus season begins, pediatric experts are preparing for an expected rise in cases of Respiratory Syncytial…
World AIDS Day to reflect on HIV/AIDS in York Region and beyond | Spare News
World AIDS Day on Dec. 1 is an opportunity to reflect on the state of HIV and AIDS…