Health Beyond the Blog: “Inside Out” by Pixar
News Team member Manju Karthikeyan recommends 'Inside Out', Pixar's engaging film that delves into the psyche's intricacies and emotional dynamics, all through the lens of young Riley's life changes.
Weekly Health Digest: Lead in Diets, Ozempic and Parkinson’s, and Towns’ Nuclear Aftermath
New from the @EmoryCSHH News Team: An investigation reveals alarming levels of lead in American food, communities affected by the U.S. nuclear program seek legislative support for health issues, and a relative of Ozempic shows promise in slowing Parkinson’s Disease.
Weekly Health Digest: Rising Alcohol Consumption and the Ethics of Extending Cancer Chemotherapy
New from the @EmoryCSHH News Team: Explore the rising trend of alcohol-related deaths among older Americans and dive into the ethical challenges oncologists face when deciding on 'one more round' of chemotherapy for terminal cancer patients.
Health Beyond the Blog: “Sick Around the World”
News Team member Andrew Feld recommends "Sick Around the World," a 16-year-old documentary (now used as a teaching tool) that compares healthcare in the US to systems in other major economies that have better health outcomes yet lower costs.
Defining Sex and Gender
In an opinion piece, News Team member Katie Stachowicz argues that rigid definitions of sex and gender don't represent the nuances revealed by new science.
Weekly Health Digest: Kate Middleton’s Cancer, Measles Outbreak, and Women’s Health Research
New from the @EmoryCSHH News Team: Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis signals a global health concern, measles outbreaks prompt vaccination calls, and Biden's executive order advances women's health research.
Health Beyond the Blog: The Sea Moss Girlies Podcast
Julia Roth recommends tuning into the Sea Moss Girlies podcast episode "How to Live A Long, Healthy Life" for an enlightening discussion on how lifestyle choices, beyond genetics, play a crucial role in extending one's lifespan, featuring insights on alternative health biomarkers and the significance of childhood development in determining health outcomes.
The Need for Health Care Reform
In an opinion piece, News Team member Cora Bainum argues for reorienting American healthcare toward prevention.
Weekly Health Digest: Colon Cancer Screening and Medicare
New from the @EmoryCSHH News Team: A study suggests a promising blood test for colon cancer screening is nearing, and an investigation highlights Medicaid's impact on family estates, underscoring healthcare cost complexities.
Health Beyond the Blog: America’s Bitter Pill
Andrew Feld recommends: Steven Brill's "America's Bitter Pill" is an exploration into the complex dynamics of healthcare reform in the United States, revealing the influence of money, politics, and power in shaping the Affordable Care Act.