Nation Let’s not be strangers ‘Seeing Others’ author Michèle Lamont has an escape plan for people fed up with years of bitter division
World Did winning the Nobel change your life? Harvard laureates say it gave bully pulpit, brought invitations to speak (sometimes on subjects they know nothing about), meet kings (and play poker with Steve Martin)
Arts When ‘The Boss’ is your therapist New book by psychologist, sociologist surveys depth, complexity of Bruce Springsteen’s connection to his female fans
Arts ‘Living one’s life during and after the violation of one’s humanity’ Ruth Simmons’ memoir traces everyday natural beauty, mortal peril of growing up Black in 1940s rural Texas
Tab for liver disease tied to drinking projected to double over 20 years Researchers say planners, policymakers need to be looking to ramp up intervention programs, improve treatment Health| DateSeptember 22, 2023September 22, 2023
Why are ineffective oral decongestants still on store shelves? Drug regulation expert explains how problem was discovered, next steps for FDA, questions it raises about other products, supplements Health| DateSeptember 20, 2023September 22, 2023
Not getting enough sleep? That’s only half the battle. Researchers find regularity also aids physical, emotional health, cognitive performance, and catching up on weekends can help Health| DateSeptember 19, 2023September 20, 2023
These doctors aren’t sweating AI — yet Board exam for pediatric specialty stumps ChatGPT, at least in some areas Health| DateSeptember 8, 2023September 11, 2023
So what exactly makes Taylor Swift so great? Experts weigh in on her fanbase loyalty, skills as songwriter, businesswoman as her albums, tours break financial, popularity records Arts| DateAugust 2, 2023August 2, 2023
Keep the dog cool Bites increase as the temps rise, study finds — and maybe you’re partly to blame? Health| DateJuly 12, 2023July 13, 2023
Are new weight-loss drugs the answer to America’s obesity problem? Some doctors call them a godsend, particularly as part of wider treatment plan; others warn against halting research into root causes Health| DateJuly 10, 2023
The social life of a dermatologist It might be jarring when a complete stranger pulls up his shirt while you’re trying to eat dinner. It’s also an opportunity. Health| DateJune 27, 2023June 27, 2023
Feeling anxious? Stuck? Problem is psychological avoidance Professor of psychiatry Luana Marques says in new book that too many mistake symptoms for underlying problem Health| DateJune 13, 2023June 20, 2023
Your memory might benefit from a multivitamin Researcher details ‘remarkable’ findings, but with a caveat: Healthy lifestyle needs to come first Health| DateJune 7, 2023June 7, 2023
The brain on ketamine It’s a powerful antidepressant, but science needs more answers on out-of-body experiences and other ‘dissociative effects’ Health| DateMay 31, 2023May 31, 2023
Estrogen a more powerful breast cancer culprit than we realized Potential path to better testing in findings that identify hormone as ‘a catalyst and a cause’ in disease Health| DateMay 17, 2023May 17, 2023
When to get first mammogram? Doctor explains latest advice. Reversal puts guidance ‘back in line’ with experts who ‘never stopped recommending’ breast cancer screening start at age 40 Health| DateMay 12, 2023
From Kyiv to Harvard and back Scholars at Risk training is an urgent matter for Ukraine doctors World| DateMay 10, 2023
After four generations, an emergency focus on climate change Like multiple generations of her family, Julia Malits is going to be doctor but her interest spans treating patients, environmental health Campus| DateMay 10, 2023May 10, 2023
A doctor’s lessons from Haiti, Turkey, Ukraine border Rushing to war and disaster zones to provide urgent care has convinced Morgan Broccoli there’s a smarter way to help World| DateMay 5, 2023May 5, 2023
Expanding our understanding of gut feelings Women who suppressed emotions had less diverse microbiomes in study that also found specific bacterial link to happiness Health| DateApril 27, 2023April 27, 2023
Fighting for our cognitive liberty Dangers involved in rise of neurotechnology that allows for tracking of thoughts, feelings examined at webinar Nation| DateApril 26, 2023April 26, 2023
Who deserves a liver transplant? With deaths from alcohol-related disease on rise, some in the field are rethinking criteria that exclude patients from life-saving care Health| DateApril 18, 2023April 19, 2023
Take it from the experts, a pet can change your life Now we just need to remove barriers to the benefits animals provide, they say Health| DateApril 11, 2023April 17, 2023
New FDA rules may help with prevention, detection of breast cancer But, diagnostic radiologist says, one of most important aspects of ensuring patients are notified of tissue density is what it adds to doctor-patient dialogue Health| DateMarch 28, 2023
Why it’s so hard for doctors to show their human side Clinicians in ICU often face dilemma — efficiency or compassion. Beth Israel study looks at key factors. Health| DateMarch 27, 2023March 28, 2023
20 years post-invasion, many Iraq veterans haven’t found peace Harvard doctor who directs Home Base health program details experiences treating ‘invisible wounds,’ including efforts to keep patients from isolating Health| DateMarch 17, 2023March 21, 2023
Molecular component of caffeine may play role in gut health Researchers find new clues on causes of inflammatory bowel disease Health| DateMarch 16, 2023
Those breezy TV drug ads? Take ’em with a grain of salt HMS/Brigham study shows most advertised medicines little better than other treatment options Health| DateMarch 1, 2023March 2, 2023
Model predicts risk of endometrial cancer Current screening guidelines ignore those at high risk for the most prevalent gynecological malignancy in U.S. Health| DateFebruary 14, 2023
When heartbreak kills, blame the amygdala The attack might feel sudden, but history of stress is a key factor in syndrome, experts say Health| DateFebruary 13, 2023February 17, 2023
Work out daily? OK, but how socially fit are you? Book by Harvard Study of Adult Development director details what research says about value of relationships to physical, mental health Health| DateFebruary 10, 2023February 15, 2023
Longevity analysis identifies 8 key social factors Study of older adults highlights importance of non-medical conditions, lead author says; research-based survey available online Health| DateFebruary 9, 2023February 15, 2023
More mindfulness may be part of the answer for anxiety-ridden U.S. Researcher hopes findings signal new treatment option amid surge in mental health cases Health| DateFebruary 1, 2023
