Health Beat

How common are dangerous HPV infections and early cervical cancer signs among sex workers in Northwest Nigeria, and what puts them at higher risk?

We know researchers should report environmental exposure results back to study participants - but what's the most ethical way to actually do it?

Does the way researchers define the "starting point" of a study affect their conclusions about how well the antiviral drug nirmatrelvir-ritonavir (Paxlovid) works?

Does how much time adults spend on social media and how often they check it relate to how lonely they feel?

Now, more than ever, policy changes at all levels of the government and the private sector are critical to reducing maternal deaths.

Can applying extreme pressure (instead of heat) kill harmful bacteria while preserving milk's beneficial proteins, like antibodies and lactoferrin, that support immune function?

If we create a new, easier way for people to get HIV tests (by distributing free self-tests through LGBTQ+ businesses), will it reach more people, or will it just shift people away from existing testing options like clinics?

What did college students actually think about the #MeToo movement - did they see it as a good thing, and did their opinions differ depending on who they were (their gender, race, identity, etc.)?

Does getting extra help coordinating medical care right after leaving the hospital keep high-risk Veterans from ending up back in the hospital within 30 days?

Does breathing polluted outdoor air increase your chances of getting breast cancer?

Does it make financial sense for a healthcare system to buy and prescribe Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir-ritonavir) to COVID-19 patients?

How can doulas and hospital staff work together better, and what benefits could doulas bring to hospitals and medical teams—not just to patients?

Can children with moderate to severe disabilities (like autism, Down syndrome, or intellectual disabilities) be fairly assessed on their self-control and focus skills using a modified version of a test that was originally designed only for typically developing children?

Can working one-on-one with a trained Extension agent motivate homeowners to take action when they discover arsenic in their well water?