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Released: 14-Jun-2023 1:15 PM EDT
The heat is on! Don't panic. Get the latest news on heat waves and the dangers of heat in the Extreme Heat channel
Newswise

As we enter the summer months in the Northern Hemisphere and the possibility of extreme heat becomes more common, it’s important to stay up-to-date on the science of heat waves and take measures to protect ourselves from this growing public health threat.

       
Newswise: New study to help Aussie farmers curb chronic pain
Released: 13-Jun-2023 10:05 PM EDT
New study to help Aussie farmers curb chronic pain
University of South Australia

Whether it’s a lack of appropriate services, time or simply a ‘she’ll be right’ approach, farmers often face many barriers when it comes to seeking health care, say researchers at the University of South Australia.

   
Newswise: Rural health workers faced unique stressors in pandemic
Released: 13-Jun-2023 5:40 PM EDT
Rural health workers faced unique stressors in pandemic
University of Washington School of Medicine

“One of the main takeaways from our study is that rural health workers have core competencies in cross-sector collaboration, systems thinking and in engaging the community,” said Kett, who is a research scientist at the Center for Health Workforce Studies at the University of Washington School of Medicine.

Released: 9-Jun-2023 1:35 PM EDT
Shed those pounds while digesting all these weight-loss research headlines from the Weight Loss channel
Newswise

As more families consider bariatric surgery a viable option to treat their child’s obesity, it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest research on weight loss. You can find the latest research on bariatric surgery and other weight loss options in the Weight Loss channel on Newswise, where journalists can find story ideas on this trending topic.

Released: 31-May-2023 2:05 PM EDT
Debt ceiling blues. Find political experts on the debt negotiations and the presidential bids in the Politics channel
Newswise

President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy continue negotiations on raising the United States debt ceiling. More contenders enter the Republican presidential nominee run. Get your expert commentary on Politics here.

   
Released: 31-May-2023 12:55 PM EDT
The psychological challenges of rural living
Washington University in St. Louis

People who endure the daily hassles of big cities often romanticize life in the country. But rural living is not necessarily the carefree, idyllic experience that many people imagine, said Emily Willroth, an assistant professor of psychological and brain sciences in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. Willroth co-authored a study in the Journal of Personality suggesting that people in rural areas face unique challenges that may shape their personalities and psychological well-being.

   
Newswise: Rural patients with diabetes experience worse health outcomes than urban patients
Released: 23-May-2023 7:00 PM EDT
Rural patients with diabetes experience worse health outcomes than urban patients
American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)

Mayo Clinic researchers conducted a study within their health care system to identify factors associated with quality of care among rural and urban patients with diabetes. The study evaluated patient attainment of a five-component diabetic care metric, known as the D5 metric.

Released: 23-May-2023 2:45 PM EDT
Privacy protection and other corporate accountability matters in the Business Ethics channel
Newswise

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, was fined a record 1.2 billion euros ($1.3 billion) and ordered to stop transferring data collected from Facebook users in Europe to the United States. Find the latest research and expert commentary on privacy issues and controversial business practices in the Business Ethics channel.

Newswise: First class of doctors to graduate from PCOM South Georgia on May 25
Released: 16-May-2023 5:05 PM EDT
First class of doctors to graduate from PCOM South Georgia on May 25
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Fifty-three students will make history May 25 when they become the first doctors of osteopathic medicine to graduate from PCOM South Georgia. Another seven students will be the second class to graduate with the MS in biomedical sciences from the campus.

   
Newswise: Lloyd named PCOM South Georgia interim dean
Released: 16-May-2023 4:30 PM EDT
Lloyd named PCOM South Georgia interim dean
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Philadelphia College of Medicine alumnus Robert Lloyd, DO ’91, is the new interim dean of PCOM South Georgia. In addition to being a dedicated physician and educator – and as PCOM South Georgia’s current chair of clinical education – he brings valuable perspective to the role.

   
Released: 16-May-2023 2:00 PM EDT
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Keep up with the latest news on skin in the Dermatology channel
Newswise

Skin cancer is the most prevalent form of cancer in the United States, with over 5 million cases diagnosed annually. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that melanoma alone accounts for more than 8,000 deaths each year. Thankfully, skin cancer is highly preventable, making it crucial to prioritize protection. Below are some of the latest headlines in the Dermatology channel.

Released: 16-May-2023 12:35 PM EDT
The number of the world's farms to halve by 2100, study shows
University of Colorado Boulder

New University of Colorado Boulder research shows the number of farms globally will shrink in half as the size of the average existing farms doubles by the end of the 21st century, posing significant risks to the world’s food systems.

Released: 12-May-2023 3:30 PM EDT
Immigration Nation: Research and Experts
Newswise

Title 42, the United States pandemic rule that had been used to immediately deport hundreds of thousands of migrants who crossed the border illegally over the last three years, has expired. Those migrants will have the opportunity to apply for asylum. President Biden's new rules to replace Title 42 are facing legal challenges. Border crossings have already risen sharply, as many migrants attempt to cross before the measure expires on Thursday night. Some have said they worry about tighter controls and uncertainty ahead. Immigration is once again a major focus of the media as we examine the humanitarian, political, and public health issues migrants must go through.

       
11-May-2023 11:05 AM EDT
Nature is changing as land abandonment increases
International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)

A new perspective piece in Science shows that abandoned lands could be both an opportunity and a threat for biodiversity, and highlights why abandoned lands are critical in the assessment of global restoration and conservation targets.

9-May-2023 3:05 PM EDT
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Get your mental health news here
Newswise

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Get your mental health news here.

Released: 8-May-2023 12:55 PM EDT
Gun Deaths More Likely in Small Towns Than Major Cities
Columbia University, Mailman School of Public Health

Contrary to popular belief, firearm deaths in the United States are statistically more likely in small towns, not major cities, according to new research.

Released: 2-May-2023 2:30 PM EDT
Climate change affecting allergies, and other allergy news
Newswise

For millions of Americans that suffer from seasonal allergies (pollen and mold), climate change is exacerbating an earlier, longer, and overall worse allergy season.

Released: 1-May-2023 1:30 PM EDT
When rural hospitals stop delivering babies, fewer mothers receive adequate pre-natal care
University of Iowa Tippie College of Business

A study of Iowa hospitals finds that when a rural county loses its last labor and delivery unit, fewer expectant mothers who live there get adequate pre-natal care, even though that care is still available.

Newswise: Alarming Rates of Teen Suicide Continue to Increase in the U.S.
Released: 26-Apr-2023 8:30 AM EDT
Alarming Rates of Teen Suicide Continue to Increase in the U.S.
Florida Atlantic University

A study exploring trends in suicide rates among 13 to 14 year olds from 1999 to 2018 shows rates more than doubled from 2008 to 2018, following a rise in social media and despite significant declines in suicide mortality in this age group previously from 1999 to 2007. These trends were similar in urban and rural areas but were more common in boys in rural areas where firearms are more prevalent. Suicides occurred significantly more often between September and May and were highest on Monday followed by the rest of the weekdays, suggesting school stress as a contributor.



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