Latest articles by Theara Coleman, The Week US
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Gender bias in medical research: how women are still overlooked
In depth Clinical trials have historically been male-centric, but they are leaving the medical community in the dark about women and girls
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Diabetic amputations surge among Black and Latino Americans
There is an epidemic of diabetes-related complications, and minority communities are being hit the hardest
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5 poignant books to read this August
The Week Recommends Gayl Jones reemerges again, and Hellen Phillips casts her gaze to the near future with AI
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4 tips for combatting workplace loneliness
The Week Recommends Feeling left out at work? You're not alone.
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Can a racially and culturally divided country elect a multi-precedent-setting candidate?
Today's big question Vice President Kamala Harris is facing a wave of personal attacks tinged with racism and sexism
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The origin and evolution of the Kamala Harris coconut meme
The Explainer You think it just fell out of a coconut tree?
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How Black organizations quickly pivoted and mobilized for Kamala Harris
In the Spotlight Harris has a shot at being the first Black woman to lead the Democratic ticket
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Neurocosmetics: the beauty trend blending mental health and skin care
The Explainer Could a moisturizer really shift your mood?
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The safety of the Seine River remains murky
In the Spotlight Cleaning the river ahead of the Paris Olympics has been a massive undertaking
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A study found toxic heavy metals in most tampon brands. Are they safe to use?
The Explainer Over a dozen brands tested positive, including organic tampons
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Unschooling: the radical education trend raising eyebrows
Under the radar Some parents are letting their children lead their education
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4 tips to make your home more eco-friendly
The Week Recommends You don't have to spend a bunch of money to make more sustainable choices
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JD Vance's journey from Trump critic to VP short list
In the Spotlight The Ohio senator may be an option for a running mate, but he hasn't always thought so highly of Trump
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5 riveting books to read this July
The Week Recommends The author behind the 'Magicians' trilogy turns his eye to King Arthur and Persephone gets a West African twist
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Could Israel's ultra-Orthodox conscription ruling hurt Netanyahu?
Today's big question Two ultra-Orthodox parties in Netanyahu's coalition are up in arms
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How a Cherokee tribe used tribal sovereignty to open North Carolina's only legal cannabis dispensary
Under the radar The tribe has plans to open sales to any adult in the state, even though the drug is still illegal there
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Syphilis cases continue to rise as the US faces an STI epidemic
Under the radar Prevention organizations are struggling to keep the numbers from escalating
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The growing dystopian AI influencer economy
In the Spotlight AI-generated digital personas are giving human influencers a run for their money
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Video games to play this summer, from 'Destiny 2: The Final Shape' to 'Star Wars Outlaws'
The Week Recommends The end of the 'Light and Darkness Saga' in 'Destiny 2', and a classic Luigi game comes to the Nintendo Switch
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The sleep-divorce trend: Is sleeping apart better for married couples?
In the Spotlight Couples are jumping into separate beds or bedrooms and say it is doing wonders for their marriage
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5 satisfying books to read this June
The Week Recommends Tomi Adeyemi concludes her series, Questlove does hip-hop history and an experimental novel bends the rules
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5 podcasts you may have missed this spring
The Week Recommends A couple of cold cases, an in-depth look at Guantánamo Bay and more
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4 expert tips for kickstarting your weight loss journey
The Week Reccomends Semaglutide shots might be all the rage, but there are healthier steps you can take to lose weight
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The state of sex work legalization around the world
In Depth The world's oldest profession has come a long way, but some say it is not enough
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