Black people spend longer in the hospital after giving birth. Here's why

Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to examine data from the Department of Health and Human Services to see which states have the most significant disparities in the length of pregnancy-related hospital stays for Black people.

Searching for Answers: One Woman’s Bladder Cancer Treatment Journey

(BPT) - In August 2017, Sarah and her family had plans to join relatives in Arizona for a fun-filled few days of off-roading and …
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What does weight-inclusive health care mean? A dietitian explains what some providers are doing to end weight stigma

People living in larger bodies face constant discrimination and negative messages about their body weight. smartboy10/DigitalVision …
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Living with migraine: One woman’s journey to create space for a powerful mind/body connection

(BPT) - Stephanie, 38, was on the phone with her grandmother as she sat in traffic making her way from her day job as an …
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What You Need to Know About Cataracts

(NAPSI)—By age 80, most people either have cataracts or have had cataract surgery. That’s because most cataracts are the result of …
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Glyphosate, the active ingredient in the weedkiller Roundup, is showing up in pregnant women living near farm fields – that raises health concerns

As suburbs encroach on farmland, residents' risk of exposure to farm chemicals rises. Carly HylandLiving near farmland can …
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Health news for your family

You Can Work from Home, You Can See a Doctor from Home…and Now You Can Participate in a Clinical Trial from Home

(BPT) - Former U.S. Congressman Gregg Harper’s son, Livingston, has Fragile X Syndrome (FXS), a rare neurological disease often …
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5 most frequent complaints about medical billing errors

zimmytws // Shutterstock Errors in medical billing can be a headache for patients—not to mention potentially expensive and …
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Supportive Care is Important in Managing Side-Effects of Cancer Treatment

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7 Reasons to Get Started with Your Fitness Program

(NAPSI)—Because physical activity and healthy aging go hand in hand, getting started with a fitness program included in your health …
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How your address could determine your heart health

Canva More than a half-century after federally sponsored segregation limited access to homeownership for Black Americans and …
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These are the people most likely to be burdened by medical debt in the US

Care Better analyzed data from the Kaiser Family Foundation to visualize which groups of Americans are most likely to hold medical debt.

Here's what happened when I taught a fly-fishing course in the waterways of New Orleans

Mae Bennett, a student in the author's class, practices fly-casting on Lake Pontchartrain in New Orleans. Kyle Encar/Loyola University New Orleans Uncommon Courses …

A Lot of Compassion, A Bit of Realism: Living With an Adult Son Who Has Schizophrenia

(BPT) - Sponsored by Alkermes, Inc.By Pam, mother of a 31-year-old son living with schizophreniaThis sponsored story you are about to read may not be representative of all people living with …

Alcohol-induced liver injuries spiked during COVID-19

Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to examine data from The American Journal of the Medical Sciences to see why alcohol-related hepatitis hospitalizations rose in 2020.

Diveheart Plans to Build World’s Deepest Therapy Pool

(NewsUSA) - Imagine escaping your wheelchair and standing upright. Diveheart, a non-profit organization based in Downer’s Grove, Ill., has been helping individuals with disabilities do exactly …

Finding high-quality surgical care in your community

(BPT) - By Patricia L. Turner, MD, MBA, FACS, Executive Director & CEO, The American College of Surgeons Navigating healthcare …
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Strange feelings in your legs and feet? You probably want to ask your doctor about it

(NewsUSA) - For older Americans who smoke or have diabetes or high blood pressure, leg pain could signal a problem with blood flow …
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Shattering Stereotypes: The Top 7 Myths About Black Fertility Uncovered

(BPT) - Alexandra, a resilient single woman of color, defied societal norms and faced family stigma when she decided to seek fertility …
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A wolf in sheep’s clothing: Are you underestimating the burden of flu?

(BPT) - By Dr. Peter SebenyIn today’s pop culture, the term “pandemic” is synonymous with COVID-19. However, over …
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Creative gifting: Luxurious bathroom presents that promote self-care

(BPT) - The holiday season is synonymous with warmth, comfort and indulgence. This year, why not extend those feelings into the …
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