‘Causes’ vs. ‘contributes to’: Strong causal language on product warning labels more effective
Health warning labels that use strong causal language deter consumers more than labels with weaker language.
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Toxic stress in children has health effects that can last into adulthood — and beyond
Researchers have pinpointed a phenomenon in children who have experienced adversity that can have negative health effects that extend into adulthood.
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Rural-urban health care disparities: Research roundup
This roundup brings together a sampling of recent studies that highlight health-related differences between rural and urban areas.
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Formaldehyde and leukemia: What research reveals about the risks
What are the risks of formaldehyde exposure? And how much exposure constitutes a real risk? We review the research.
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Hormone-disrupting chemicals found in hair products for black women
Many hair products used by black women and children contain unlisted chemicals that can interfere with the body’s natural hormones.
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When research findings don’t agree
Dr. Lauren Wallner shares advice on how journalists might reconcile different research findings and how best to conceptualize the growing field of disparities research.
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Skipped breast cancer treatments common
Thirty percent of women with breast cancer reported skipping additional treatment following surgery.
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Physician-assisted suicide: Resources for journalists
This collection of research and reports examines physician-assisted suicide in the U.S. and compares American policies and trends with those in Europe.
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E-cigarettes exploding in popularity: New data
How much do Americans smoke? Not nearly as much as they used to. But e-cigarettes are exploding in popularity. And sales of traditional cigarettes are not falling as quickly as they were.
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Early detection of some cancers increased under Obamacare
After the Affordable Care Act made some cancer screenings routine, doctors began finding colorectal cancers earlier, when they are easier to treat.
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