Health
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Misinformation about birth control is rampant on social media, alarming doctors
Doctors are concerned that misinformation about birth control might make some women get off it at a time when there are fewer options available for unintended pregnancies in the US.
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Vehicle crashes, firearms lead in causes of preventable child deaths in Arizona
A new report from the Arizona Department of Health Services shows that 415 of 853 child deaths in the state last year were preventable.
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Dreading political talk over the holidays? Here’s an AZ therapist’s tips on navigating differences
Local therapist Carlie Rouse offers tips for setting boundaries, changing the subject, and controlling reactions to political conversations this holiday season.
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It’s official: Abortion access is a protected right in the Arizona Constitution
Providers say they will still exercise caution in providing appropriate care while the state’s 15-week abortion ban is still on the books.
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Why Maricopa County residents should steer clear of burning wood this winter
Maricopa County launched a winter campaign to combat wood smoke pollution. Here’s what residents need to know.
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COVID-19 winter surge expected to hit marginalized communities hardest, experts warn
As COVID-19 is expected to surge this winter, communities across the Southwest face rising hospitalizations and new, resilient variants. Infection rates can be even more severe for marginalized populations in these states.
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Why people are so concerned about Trump picking RFK Jr. to lead US public health
Trump’s pick for health secretary wants to increase access to raw milk, remove fluoride from drinking water, and has said that vaccines cause autism and that WiFi causes cancer.
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Protect your family from Arizona’s whooping cough spike
Arizona health officials report highest whooping cough cases since 2015. Learn about symptoms, vaccinations, and prevention methods to protect your family.
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Election fatigue? Here’s how to recharge your mental health
We talked to an expert about the rise in anxiety during the 2024 election season, and what to do about it.
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‘MAHA’: What to know about the ‘movement’ gaslighting health and wellness followers in the US
Here’s who RFK’s “health and wellness” political campaign is trying to reach, and why.
