How meth became an epidemic in America, and what’s happening now that it’s faded from the headlines
An anthropologist who wrote a book exploring meth’s impact on rural communities explains what drove the epidemic and how it’s changed.
Bryan Keogh, Managing Editor
• conversation
March 15, 2024 • ~8 min
March 15, 2024 • ~8 min
Opill, the first over-the-counter birth control pill, will be on shelves soon − here are some key things to know
Once available, Opill will be the most effective form of nonprescription birth control on the market. But you should still speak with your health care provider about any questions.
Sarah Lynch, Clinical Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Binghamton University, State University of New York •
conversation
March 8, 2024 • ~11 min
March 8, 2024 • ~11 min
Bacteria can develop resistance to drugs they haven’t encountered before − scientists figured this out decades ago in a classic experiment
The Nobel Prize-winning Luria−Delbrück experiment showed that random mutations in bacteria can allow them to develop resistance by chance.
Qi Zheng, Professor of Biostatistics, Texas A&M University •
conversation
Feb. 22, 2024 • ~7 min
Feb. 22, 2024 • ~7 min
Mothers’ dieting habits and self-talk have profound impact on daughters − 2 psychologists explain how to cultivate healthy behaviors and body image
Adopting healthy behaviors and thought patterns around food and nutrition takes time and intentional effort. But it will lead to more lasting change and positive outcomes than quick-fix dieting will.
Ashleigh Gallagher, Senior Lecturer, University of North Carolina – Greensboro •
conversation
Feb. 22, 2024 • ~10 min
Feb. 22, 2024 • ~10 min
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