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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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5 tips for dealing with grief during the holiday season
The Explainer Finding your holiday cheer might be more complicated when you're grieving. But it's not impossible.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Ageing boomers: America’s looming crisis
Under the radar A person turning 65 today in US has an almost 70% chance of needing long-term care
By The Week Staff Published
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Anastrozole: the daily breast cancer pill tipped to save thousands of lives
The Explainer Existing treatment approved for preventative use under 'pioneering' NHS drug repurposing scheme
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Marijuana use associated with heart attack and stroke
Speed Read Two new studies point to an increased risk of cardiovascular problems
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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The fight against malaria
The Explainer After declining for decades, deaths from the disease are suddenly on the rise. What’s changed?
By The Week US Published
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The pros and cons of safe injection sites for opioids
Pros and cons The sites have saved lives but many worry they're too lax
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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America’s opioid epidemic
The Explainer For the past 20 years, the US has been battling a devastating public health crisis caused by powerful painkillers
By The Week UK Published
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Anger may be a powerful motivator for tough goals, new study suggests
Speed Read Keeping your cool might actually be less efficient than letting your anger drive you
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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5 tips for getting through the cold and flu season
The Explainer You can do a few things to keep respiratory infections at bay this fall and winter.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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Malaria is spreading, but we can stop it
The Explainer Climate change is hastening the disease but medicine is catching up
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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5 ways to try tech-based preventative health care
The Explainer Technology can help steer you in a healthier direction and keep future health issues at bay.
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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The pros and cons of human genetic modification
Pros and Cons Altering human DNA has both a lot of potential and a lot of ethical questions
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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