Maternal health remains a critical public health issue in the U.S. due to high mortality rates and significant disparities in care.
Fentanyl deaths in the U.S. have dropped faster than expected, CDC says
Overdose deaths in the U.S. have decreased by 12.7%, marking the largest recorded reduction and a potential annual total below 100,000.
Death rates for working-age and young Black people rose during pandemic
The pandemic exacerbated mortality disparities for young Black people and working-age adults, highlighting urgent health equity gaps.
The hidden toll taken by tropical storms
Tropical storms result in significantly more deaths than official records indicate, warranting improved recognition of their long-term public health impacts.
Major storms contribute to thousands of deaths up to 15 years later, study finds
Major storms like hurricanes have long-lasting impacts on mortality, contributing to thousands of deaths for years after they occur.
NPR Exclusive: U.S. overdose deaths plummet, saving thousands of lives
Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have seen a hopeful decline of 10.6%, signaling a potential turning point in the crisis.
Addressing the U.S. maternal mortality crisis
Maternal health remains a critical public health issue in the U.S. due to high mortality rates and significant disparities in care.
Fentanyl deaths in the U.S. have dropped faster than expected, CDC says
Overdose deaths in the U.S. have decreased by 12.7%, marking the largest recorded reduction and a potential annual total below 100,000.
Death rates for working-age and young Black people rose during pandemic
The pandemic exacerbated mortality disparities for young Black people and working-age adults, highlighting urgent health equity gaps.
The hidden toll taken by tropical storms
Tropical storms result in significantly more deaths than official records indicate, warranting improved recognition of their long-term public health impacts.
Major storms contribute to thousands of deaths up to 15 years later, study finds
Major storms like hurricanes have long-lasting impacts on mortality, contributing to thousands of deaths for years after they occur.
NPR Exclusive: U.S. overdose deaths plummet, saving thousands of lives
Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have seen a hopeful decline of 10.6%, signaling a potential turning point in the crisis.
Warning for younger women: Be vigilant on breast cancer risk - Harvard Gazette
Breast cancer rates show a concerning increase, particularly in younger women and certain racial groups, despite overall mortality improvements.
Many states are eager to extend Medicaid to people soon to be released from prison
The new policy allowing Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals before release aims to improve post-release healthcare access, reducing disparities and lowering mortality rates.
Warning for younger women: Be vigilant on breast cancer risk - Harvard Gazette
Breast cancer rates show a concerning increase, particularly in younger women and certain racial groups, despite overall mortality improvements.
Many states are eager to extend Medicaid to people soon to be released from prison
The new policy allowing Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals before release aims to improve post-release healthcare access, reducing disparities and lowering mortality rates.
Hospital trust where Lucy Letby worked feared reputational harm', inquiry hears
The hospital trust prioritized reputation over infant safety, undermining care quality, which contributed to tragic outcomes and increased mortality rates.
Night-time ICU discharge linked to higher death risk, research shows
Night-time discharges from hospitals are linked to higher mortality rates, highlighting the risks associated with reduced staffing and resources during these hours.
Night-time ICU discharge linked to higher death risk, research shows
Nearly 10% of patients discharged at night died, compared to 4% during the day, highlighting safety concerns.
Night-time ICU discharge linked to higher death risk, research shows
Night-time discharges from hospitals are linked to higher mortality rates, highlighting the risks associated with reduced staffing and resources during these hours.
Night-time ICU discharge linked to higher death risk, research shows
Nearly 10% of patients discharged at night died, compared to 4% during the day, highlighting safety concerns.
Here's why the rate of this cancer has nearly doubled in New York over past 2 decades
Thyroid cancer incidence rates in New York have almost doubled over the past two decades, primarily due to increased screening, with mortality rates remaining stable.
Colorectal cancer 'hype' suggests rates rising in under 50s DW 01/31/2024
Deaths from colorectal cancer are decreasing due to a fall in smoking rates, better diagnosis, and treatment
6.2 million deaths from all cancers have been avoided in the EU since 1988
Colorectal cancer: On the rise in young people DW 01/31/2024
Deaths from colorectal cancer are decreasing due to factors such as a fall in smoking rates, better diagnosis and treatment, and better screening methods.
6.2 million deaths from all cancers have been avoided in the EU since 1988 and 1.3 million deaths have been avoided in the UK.
Colorectal cancer 'hype' suggests rates rising in under 50s DW 01/31/2024
Deaths from colorectal cancer are decreasing due to a fall in smoking rates, better diagnosis, and treatment
6.2 million deaths from all cancers have been avoided in the EU since 1988
Colorectal cancer: On the rise in young people DW 01/31/2024
Deaths from colorectal cancer are decreasing due to factors such as a fall in smoking rates, better diagnosis and treatment, and better screening methods.
6.2 million deaths from all cancers have been avoided in the EU since 1988 and 1.3 million deaths have been avoided in the UK.
Fungi kill nearly 4 million people annually, research suggests
The number of people dying from fungal infections has nearly doubled in the past decade.
There are 6.5 million invasive fungal infections and 3.8 million fungal-related deaths each year worldwide.
Mapped: Areas of England with the highest risk of dying from cancer
Large regional variations in the risk of death from cancer in England have been revealed.
Cancer is now the leading cause of death in England, overtaking cardiovascular diseases.
Hottest Survivable Temperatures Are Lower Than Expected
Current methods for measuring deadly heat may underestimate mortality rates
Wet-bulb global temperature is inadequate in predicting heat survivability
Rural U.S. health care is in a crisis. We went to a Georgia town to see how people there experience it
Access to emergency services is limited for rural Americans, which can result in higher mortality rates compared to urban counterparts.
The most important takeaway from Chris Evert's battles with ovarian cancer
Early testing is critical in ovarian cancer, but there is no approved screening method available.
Ovarian cancer detection methods have failed to decrease mortality rates, highlighting the need for more effective screening approaches.
She is my soulmate. I'd do anything for her': readers on their best friends
Having close friends and confidants can lead to greater life satisfaction, reduced depression, and lower mortality rates from various causes.
Study Finds Alarming Surge In Deaths From Neurological Disease Among Young Adults
Increase in deaths from neurological diseases among younger adults, potential link to COVID-19 vaccinations.
Free or low-cost health care around the country Haitian immigrants should know
Haitian immigrants face healthcare challenges including racism, xenophobia, and lack of proper information, leading to disparities in mortality rates for preventable conditions.
Groundbreaking Study to Tackle Cancer Disparities among Black Women - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
The VOICES of Black Women study aims to enroll 100,000 participants for a comprehensive focus on cancer risks and outcomes to address disparities in detection and treatment.