‘Deal with the Devil’: Harvard Medical School Faculty Grapple with Increased Industry Research Funding

As Harvard Medical School research increasingly leans on funding from biopharmaceutical companies to supplement government funding, many HMS researchers have embraced their financial support. Others ... Read More

ParkRx aims to provide 'prescription for wellness' by getting more people outside

A community health initiative partnered with the National Park Service, ParkRx, is trying to get patients outside to support their mental and physical health. Read More

Harvard medical, dental students complain school censored anti-Israel ‘welcome’ video

In a Sunday Instagram post, the Harvard Undergraduate Palestine Solidarity Committee posted about the allegations of censorship around the music video, circulating a MDS4P statement and the statement ... Read More

Top Health News

Metabolic Health Before Vaccination Determines Effectiveness of Anti-Flu Response Apr. 18, 2024 — The annual influenza vaccine has become less effective on average over time. One reason may be ... Read More

Harvard nutritionist and psychiatrist: I've studied brain foods for 20+ years—here are 5 of my favorite breakfasts

In the morning, "fueling the brain is key for focus, clarity, and optimal functioning throughout the day," writes Harvard nutritional psychiatrist Dr. Uma Naidoo. Read More

Health care is ‘overwhelmingly complex’ for older adults, experts say: ‘Ever-increasing hurdle’

"Some of this may be very beneficial and valuable for people, and some of it may be less essential," Ganguli of Harvard Medical School told KFF Health News ... trying to get a diagnosis ... Read More

Mental health treatment can lead to better heart disease outcomes, study says

She is also a host and contributing editor for Harvard Health Publications (HHP), the publishing division of Harvard Medical School. Read More

Boston Health Care News

Ranked by Total commercial sq. ft. sold in Mass. in 2023 Green City Growers (GCG) is delighted to announce a new partnership with Teradyne as part… With tremendous pride and deep gratitude, we ... Read More

With ‘functional’ beverages, brands rush to quench a thirst for drinks that do more than taste good

Feeling stressed? Want to enhance your workout? There’s a drink for that. Welcome to beverages with benefits, functional drinks designed to do more than just taste good or hydrate. Read More

Why good sleep matters

Sleep deprivation is linked to Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity and depression, as well as motor vehicle crashes and work mistakes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read More

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A legendary rugby player has cited the fear and anxiety that has invaded his life among the reasons for urging the Australian government to fund support services and education about chronic ... Read More

Joint Health News

Feb. 8, 2024 — A novel PET imaging technique can noninvasively detect active inflammation in the body before clinical symptoms arise, according to new research. Using a PET tracer that binds to ... Read More