CBD: Is it legal? Does it work? Research on the marijuana extract
Cannabidiol, a.k.a. CBD, is a marijuana extract associated with therapeutic benefits. We gathered research that evaluates these claims.
Research roundups, tip sheets, articles and explainers related to health, health care and health equity
Cannabidiol, a.k.a. CBD, is a marijuana extract associated with therapeutic benefits. We gathered research that evaluates these claims.
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Nearly one-third of mayors believe that city policies won’t lessen health disparities, according to new research from Drexel University.
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Research examining the health effects of bike sharing, distribution of access to these services, use of helmets and more.
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Do food labels work? This roundup highlights studies that explore effects of food labeling campaigns on consumer perceptions and purchases.
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More adults get checkups and report better health after nurse practitioners gain the autonomy to practice primary care without doctor oversight.
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What happens when you take genetic tests out of the doctor’s office? Research highlights the effects of direct-to-consumer testing services.
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A shorter course of treatment for hepatitis C works just as well as a longer one for black patients.
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To improve health outcomes for black men, some researchers are bringing care to non-traditional settings, such as barbershops.
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Loss of obstetric services at hospitals in rural counties puts mothers at a higher risk of preterm birth and birth outside of a hospital.
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Efforts at improving health equity in Oregon have reduced disparities in primary care visits among African American and Native American people.
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