Health

The toll of temperature and heatwaves on depression, suicidality, and more.

Millions of young people in the US are suffering, whether from abuse at home, pressure from social media or exposure to violence. But navigating the mental health care system can be disheartening.

Navigating the funding landscape continues to be a challenge for community-based mental health initiatives (CBMHIs). Transformation across stages of the funding process is needed to better support these organisations.

New data shows a striking rise in absenteeism since California schools reopened in 2021-22 following the pandemic.

A March of Dimes report gave the US a grade of D+ for maternal and infant health care, highlighting that the national preterm birth rate hit 10.5% in 2021, a record 15-year high.

College students who postpone medical care to save money end up paying for it down the line in the form of worse health, a researcher contends.

Maui County issued an ‘unsafe water’ alert and urged precautions. Residents can face several toxic hazards from fires, as an expert in the chemical risks from fires explains.

New survey data reveal gaps in the maternal health knowledge of American adults, including around vaccines and SIDS.

The new frontline for extreme heat: Arizona’s emergency rooms.“This is by far the worst year that we’ve ever seen.”…

A look at post-Dobbs driving distances to abortion clinics “highlights that abortion access is about more than laws.”…

Digital health has emerged as a potential game-changer for enabling accessible, affordable, and quality health care for all.Globally, the digital health landscape is maturing rapidly, with investments in digital health reaching $57.2 billion in ……

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), enacted on July 26, 1990, stands as one of the most significant civil rights laws in U.S. history. Designed to eliminate discrimination and ensure equal opportunities for Americans with disabilities, the ADA has had a profound impact on advancing health…