health and wellness
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Childbirth in a war zone
Editor's Letter Can't pregnant women be evacuated from Gaza?
By Susan Caskie Published
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Fasting to burger buffets: the weird and wonderful diets of politicians
In the Spotlight Rishi Sunak reportedly starts his week with a 36-hour fast
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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Sniffles be gone: 4 tips for boosting your immune system
The explainer It's not as simple as more vitamin C
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Long-term respiratory illness is here to stay
The Explainer Covid is not the only disease with a long version
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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The pros and cons of compounding pharmacies
Pros and cons Customizing medications can be lifesaving and also dangerous
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Pros and cons of giving up alcohol
Pros and Cons Staying off the booze has health benefits but many struggle with the social downsides
By The Week Staff Published
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2023: the year of the weight-loss drug craze
the explainer From celebs to social media, Ozempic was everywhere this year
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Leftover FSA money? These are 9 ways you can spend it before it's gone.
The Explainer If you have any funds remaining in your flexible spending account (FSA), it's time to use them up
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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2023: the year of nostalgia
the explainer There was something familiar in the air this year
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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2023: the year of the loneliness epidemic
the explainer Loneliness isn't a new problem. But fighting it became a global health priority in 2023.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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What space does to the body
The Explainer Humans are preparing to venture deeper into space. Scientists aren’t sure if our bodies are up to the challenge.
By The Week US Published
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4 tips for protecting your skin during winter
The explainer The temperature drop could make anyone susceptible to dryer skin. Time to switch up your skin care routine.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Magic mushrooms and the mind
The Explainer A growing number of states and cities are legalizing the use of psychedelic fungi in therapy. Some experts think that’s a big risk.
By The Week US Published
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What's the microbiome and why is it so important?
The Explainer Our bodies serve as vibrant ecosystems for trillions of microbes
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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