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Disordered Eating in Nutrition Students

May 20, 2024
Lydia King
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News Team member Lydia King reports that by integrating mental health support and rejecting rigid body ideals, nutrition education can better protect and empower students, fostering a healthier relationship with food and self.

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Maternal Mortality and Morbidity in Georgia

May 16, 2024
Manju Karthikeyan
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News Team member Manju Karthikeyan reports that Emory Healthcare professionals are spearheading crucial initiatives to combat the high rates of maternal mortality and morbidity in Georgia, highlighting the critical role of targeted research and community-driven advocacy.

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The Rise of Intuitive Eating

May 15, 2024
Julia Roth
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News Team member Julia Roth reports that intuitive eating, with its roots in deep psychological and physiological understanding, offers a liberating alternative to restrictive diets, fostering a harmonious relationship between body, mind, and food.

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Yard Sign Activism

May 14, 2024
Caroline Hansen
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News Team member Caroline Hansen profiles the curbside activists of Regulate Guns Not Women, whose success embodies the power of a simple idea stated clearly.

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Health Beyond the Blog: Hopelessly Yellow

News Team member Julia Roth recommends exploring the "Hopelessly Yellow" website and its "Golden Hour with Hopelessly Yellow" podcast for anyone looking to find moments of joy and mental wellness support during their university life.

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The Dire State of Maternal Health in Gaza

May 1, 2024
Saanvi Nayar
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News Team member Saanvi Nayar writes that in Gaza, the ongoing conflict has turned pregnancy into a perilous journey, with expectant mothers facing overwhelming challenges in accessing basic healthcare and safe birthing conditions.

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MDMA, From the Club To Therapy

April 29, 2024
Julia Roth
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News Team member Julia Roth reports that amidst ongoing research and controversies, MDMA-assisted therapy emerges as a beacon of hope, potentially transforming the treatment landscape for individuals grappling with the enduring impacts of PTSD.

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Health Beyond the Blog: “This Podcast Will Kill You”

Manju Karthikeyan recommends "This Podcast Will Kill You" for engaging, relatable discussions on health topics, humanizing diseases with witty banter, and drink recipes, available on all streaming platforms.

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Acetaminophen Risks in Pregnancy

April 26, 2024
Manju Karthikeyan
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News Team member Manju Karthikeyan examines a recent study associating women's acetaminophen use in pregnancy with higher risks of neurodevelopmental disorders in their children, and asks how the field of teratology has evolved since the 1961 thalidomide tragedy.

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Medical Interpretation Reform

April 24, 2024
Lydia King
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News Team member Lydia King analyzes the challenges of language barriers in healthcare, and finds that community-driven initiatives and dedicated medical interpreters are transforming patient outcomes through improved communication and cultural sensitivity.

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