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Key TakeawaysA study found that zip codes with a higher percentage of Black New Yorkers had higher rates of COVID-19-specific criminal court summons from March 12 to May 24, 2020.The over-policing of Black and low-income communities have health consequences, including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress.Researchers call for more funding in care-based public health interventions rather than policing. Key Takeaways A study found that zip codes with a higher percentage of Black New Yorkers had higher rates of COVID-19-specific criminal court summons from March 12 to May 24, 2020....

Key TakeawaysA study conducted in Ontario found that giving essential medications for free led more people to follow their prescriptions.Ontario and the rest of Canada have a universal healthcare system, but this excludes universal coverage for medicines.People adhering to their medication may lower nationwide healthcare costs associated with delayed treatment for chronic health conditions. Key Takeaways A study conducted in Ontario found that giving essential medications for free led more people to follow their prescriptions....

Key TakeawaysA new study found that at the beginning of the pandemic, news-related posts on Twitter were anxiety-ridden. But as deaths climbed, those responses became less concerned.This may be in part due to desensitization, where constant threat and anxiety numbs your response and goal-oriented behavior.More research is needed to better understand how to best get across public health messaging in future health emergencies. Key Takeaways A new study found that at the beginning of the pandemic, news-related posts on Twitter were anxiety-ridden....

Key TakeawaysA new study shows that pandemic-era crowdfunding was more common and successful in affluent and educated communities, benefitting groups that already had more resources available to them.Crowdfunding campaign creation and outcome rely on privilege, exacerbating existing social inequities.Experts say that the government must establish better systems to support vulnerable communities and help them avoid depending on unpredictable sources of funds. Key Takeaways A new study shows that pandemic-era crowdfunding was more common and successful in affluent and educated communities, benefitting groups that already had more resources available to them....

Key TakeawaysA new study reveals that discrimination can be an important factor that increases the risk for psychiatric disorders, even after accounting for genetic risk.Having a strong supportive network can be a valuable tool when dealing with discriminatory experiences. Key Takeaways A new study reveals that discrimination can be an important factor that increases the risk for psychiatric disorders, even after accounting for genetic risk.Having a strong supportive network can be a valuable tool when dealing with discriminatory experiences....

Key TakewaysA new study found that people with major depressive disorder may experience difficulty responding to stress.Participants with depression lacked a biomarker that indicates resilience to chronic stress.Different medications and therapies can help people with the condition better develop their response to stress. Key Takeways A new study found that people with major depressive disorder may experience difficulty responding to stress.Participants with depression lacked a biomarker that indicates resilience to chronic stress....

Key Takeaways A recent study from the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) found that many patients being treated for neurological conditions had a history of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). The results of the research, which were published in AAN’s journalNeurology: Clinical Practice, provide more evidence on how stress and traumatic events endured in childhood can have a lasting effect on physical and mental wellbeing. What Are ACEs? The Study The researchers gave 198 outpatient adults being seen for neurological symptoms at the University of Pennsylvania the ACE questionnaire as well as screenings for anxiety and depression....

Key TakeawaysPeople with no COVID-19 symptoms during infection may be less likely to spread the virus, according a new research.Another study also suggested that people who developed COVID infections were more likely to be asymptomatic if they were exposed to an asymptomatic caseAsymptomatic carriers can still pass along the virus, meaning testing, masking, and isolating are still important to limit the spread. Key Takeaways People with no COVID-19 symptoms during infection may be less likely to spread the virus, according a new research....

Key TakewaysA study found that a mix of the pharmacological effects of CBD and the placebo effect can lead to pain relief.Research suggests that CBD may be helpful in managing certain types of chronic pain.CBD, like the cannabis industry at large, is largely unregulated, which can make it difficult to know what dose and products to take. Key Takeways A study found that a mix of the pharmacological effects of CBD and the placebo effect can lead to pain relief....

Key TakeawaysMeat-like plant-based burgers are becoming a popular option in many households.While both beef alternative burgers and traditional beef burgers provide protein, there are some differences in certain nutrients that they each provide.Both options can be a part of an overall healthy diet.In the past, those who wanted to eat more plant-based proteins leaned on unprocessed choices like lentils, soybeans, and nuts. But now, the options have grown from a soy patty to meatless hot dogs, “chicken” nuggets, and tofurkey....

Key TakeawaysPrediabetes is often a precursor to diabetes, but it doesn’t need to progress into the condition.Researchers found that one in 20 adults aged 65 and up progressed to diabetes from prediabetes within a year.Experts say it’s critical to act fast if you’re diagnosed. Key Takeaways Prediabetes is often a precursor to diabetes, but it doesn’t need to progress into the condition.Researchers found that one in 20 adults aged 65 and up progressed to diabetes from prediabetes within a year....

Key TakeawaysProbiotic-rich yogurt may help protect against some of the harmful side effects on gut flora that are common with antibiotic use.Antibiotic-associated diarrhea can cause patients to quit an antibiotic treatment early or start a second round of antibiotics.Scientists are still trying to understand how the thousands of different probiotic strains may benefit gut health. Key Takeaways Probiotic-rich yogurt may help protect against some of the harmful side effects on gut flora that are common with antibiotic use....

Key Takeaways When is a headache more than a headache? For patients diagnosed with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), what starts as a debilitating headache can lead to other symptoms, like vision loss. According to a new study published on January 20 in the journalNeurology, IIH cases are on the rise. What Is IIH? The Study Researchers in Wales analyzed data from 2003-2017 which showed a significant increase in IIH cases. The results also showed that there were common factors in IHI cases, including weight, sex, and socioeconomic circumstances....