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Rebecca Fast
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The Loneliness Epidemic
Loneliness was declared a public health epidemic in 2023 by the U.S. surgeon general and has remained a national health concern. According to the American...
The Science Behind Cravings
Maybe it’s something salty, sweet or spicy, but there are times when we crave certain food flavors. Why? And why is it often an unhealthy...
Medicine’s Next Big Steps
The Brain Alzheimer’s vs. Normal Aging According to the Alzheimer’s Association, it’s estimated that more than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and...
Dreaming in Data
A good night’s sleep is essential to one’s health, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 3 American adults don’t...
Know Where to Go
Whether an illness comes on gradually or you’re faced with a sudden medical emergency, knowing when and where to find the right level of care...
Ticking Off The Boxes
Summer draws people outdoors. Hiking, camping and other activities spent in nature means potential exposure to ticks – those creepy parasites that feed on the...
Understanding Aphasia
According to the American Stroke Association (ASA), it’s estimated that more than two million people in the United States have aphasia, a language disorder that...
Understanding Hair Loss
Androgenetic alopecia, known as male and female pattern hair loss, is the most common genetic reason for hair loss and/or baldness, affecting an estimated 50...
The Fundamentals of Women’s Health
The Complexities of Women’s Healthcare Both women and men suffer from many of the same illnesses and diseases. However, some conditions affect women more than...
Protecting Our Largest Organ
According to the National Eczema Association (NEA), around 31.6 million people in the United States – approximately 10% of the population – have some form...



















