Pregnancy Stress Linked to Higher Blood Pressure Pregnancy Stress may Elevate Post-birth Blood Pressure – Psychosocial stress during pregnancy may contribute to elevated blood pressure within the first year after childbirth, according to a study conducted by the Keck School of Medicine of USC. The research, published in the journal Hypertension and supported by the…
Biggest health issue today What is The Biggest Health Issue Today?: A Challenge and an Opportunity – While medical advancements have led to longer lifespans, chronic diseases continue to plague a significant portion of the U.S. population. These conditions, often preventable, create a heavy burden on individuals and healthcare systems alike. However, researchers at the…
Colorectal Cancer Rates Surging in Youth, Study Finds Did you know that colorectal cancer rates surging in youth? While colorectal cancer predominantly affects individuals aged 50 and older, recent findings indicate a concerning trend of rising incidences among younger demographics. According to a newly published study spanning from 1999 to 2020, there has been a…
LGBTQ+ Youth Survey Highlights Elevated Suicide Risk LGBTQ+ Youth Survey Highlights Elevated Suicide Risk – A recently published report sheds light on the ongoing struggles faced by LGBTQ+ youth, including mental health issues, bullying, discrimination, and heightened suicide risk. Released on Wednesday by The Trevor Project, the 2024 U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health…
