Month: March 2022

Researchers have long used imaging technology to try to understand mental-health ailments. But with relatively few participants, such studies may not be producing valid findings. View original article Contributor: Matt Richtel

Most people ages 12 and older are considered “up to date” with their COVID-19 vaccines if they received either three doses of the mRNA shots from Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna, or two doses of Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. But some public health experts say another dose might be needed in the coming months. On March … Read more

Because lupus can come with so many variables and a high degree of complexity, many people get frustrated in their journeys toward managing the disease. Here, 11 patients opened up about what they wish doctors knew when it comes to the nuances of lupus, and how to better care for those with the disease. By … Read more

Idaho became the first state on Monday to pass a bill modeled after Texas’ strict law that uses private citizens to enforce a ban on abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy and to avoid court challenges to the ban’s constitutionality. The Idaho House, which has a Republican majority, voted 51-14 in favor of the … Read more

The application comes as federal officials and the public health community debate whether fourth shots will be needed for the general public. View original article Contributor: Laurie McGinley

Clock-switching would come to an end in 2023 under the measure that still must pass the House and get Biden’s signature before it can become law. View original article Contributor: Dan Diamond

The fate of the bipartisan effort, which must pass both chambers and get Biden’s signature, is uncertain amid GOP- and Democrat-led investigations. View original article Contributor: Dan Diamond

The application comes as federal officials and the public health community debate whether fourth shots will be needed for the general public. View original article Contributor: Laurie McGinley