Relationships are the Secret to Happiness
News Team member Nolah Shah dives into the science of happiness, a condition that has fascinated researchers for centuries, and finds the secret is simple: other people.
Your Gut on TikTok
News Team member Rebecca Sugerman dives into the wild world of #GutTok, where influencers recommend eating regimens that aren't science-backed.
The Promise of Telehealth for Rural America
News Team member Jordyn Rosenberg examines the ways that pandemic pressure opened up possibilities for telehealth to deliver rural care.
Evidence and Access for Medication Abortion
News Team member Emily Kim explores the abundant evidence for the safety of medication abortion despite the legal challenges put in its way.
Can Universal Health Care Save Countries Money?
News Team member Andrew Feld examines the economic burdens and benefits of installing universal health care in the United States.
The Challenge of Controlling Foodborne Illness
News Team member Annika Urban explores the promise of new technologies to detect foodborne pathogens, which sicken one out of six Americans each year.
Examining Students’ Mental Health
News Team member Gabrielle Stearns examines the national Healthy Minds Study and its goals of improving students' mental health.
Research Into Psychedelic Drugs Surges
News Team member Nolan Shah examines the surge of interest in psychedelic drugs and asks whether regulators can stay ahead of popular enthusiasm for them.
Can Paying People To Lose Weight Reduce Obesity?
News Team member Andrew Feld examines the efficacy — and the ethical challenges — of paying people to lose weight.
How a Georgia Orthopedic Surgeon Saved Athletes’ Knees
News Team member Andrew Feld traces the influence of Dr. Kyle Hammond, whose novel ACL reconstruction technique has saved athletes' knees worldwide.