News Perspectives – Page 3 – Exploring Health

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The Evolving Landscape of Primary Care

February 13, 2024
Nolan Shah
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New in Exploring Health's longform vertical: Nolan Shah explores the significant shifts in primary care delivery, focusing on new models like telehealth and retail clinics that are reshaping patient access and care quality.

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What Information Should Sperm and Egg Banks Offer?

February 8, 2024
Chaya Tong
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In an opinion piece, News Team member Chaya Tong argues that choosing sperm and egg donations based on donors' economic and educational status risks institutionalizing inequality.

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Can Fecal Transplants Help Depression?

February 7, 2024
Katie Stachowicz
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New in Exploring Health's longform vertical: Katie Stachowicz delves into the groundbreaking potential of Fecal Microbiota Transplantation in revolutionizing the treatment of mental health disorders through gut microbiome modulation.

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Mandatory Retirement for Politicians and Judges?

February 6, 2024
Saif Hossain
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In a provocative opinion piece, News Team member Saif Hossein examines the advancing ages of politicians and judges, and argues they should face mandatory retirement ages just as airline pilots do.

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Challenging the Popularity of Supplements

February 1, 2024
Cora Bainum
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New in Exploring Health's longform vertical: Cora Barnum uncovers the pervasive myths and real risks of America's fixation on dietary supplements, urging a return to fundamental nutrition over quick-fix solutions.

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Finding a Solution for Food Waste

January 31, 2024
Gillian Feinglass
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In a new opinion piece, News Team member Gillian Feinglass argues that municipal governments must mandate that restaurants collect and compost food waste — a huge task that is crucial to controlling the food waste problem.

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Physician Shortages, Fatigue, and Discontent

January 30, 2024
Lexy Campbell
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New in Exploring Health's longform vertical: Lexy Campbell offers a straightforward look at the widespread issue of doctor burnout, highlighting how systemic challenges in healthcare are leading to increasing stress and dissatisfaction among physicians.

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Paying for Patients’ Social Needs

December 22, 2023
Lexy Campbell
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News Team member Lexy Campbell explores a 2023 study that highlights the costs imposed by a federal mandate that healthcare fund health-related social needs.

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COVID-19 and Gene Expression

December 21, 2023
Saif Hossain
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News Team member Saif Hossain reveals a significant discovery about COVID-19's ability to alter gene expression in bone marrow stem cells, potentially impacting long-term health. This breakthrough at Weill Cornell Medicine offers new insights into the virus's far-reaching effects beyond the respiratory system.

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Changing the Language of Menstruation

December 18, 2023
Caroline Hansen
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News Team member Caroline Hansen suggests a significant shift in language around menstruation, aiming for inclusivity for transgender and nonbinary individuals. This study reveals the varied linguistic expressions and the impact of gendered language on gender dysphoria.

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