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Chicago's West Side: A Tale of Two Neighborhoods

January 15, 2026

Chicago's West Side tells a stark story of inequality. Just five miles from the Loop, where life expectancy is a high 87. 3 years, neighborhoods like West Garfield Park see residents living on average 20 years less. This gap, driven by factors like crime, drug use, and lack of resources, has persist

business

A Wake-Up Call: Why Science Matters More Than Ever

January 12, 2026

A prominent figure in the biotech world has raised a red flag. Noubar Afeyan, a well-known investor, has expressed concerns about a growing resistance to science in the United States. He believes this trend could have serious consequences. In a recent letter to investors, Afeyan warned that rejecti

religion

The Amish: A Growing Community in North America

December 19, 2025

The Amish community in North America is growing fast. Unlike other groups, they have many children and live long lives. This makes them different from many other people in the West. Most Amish women get married young, around 21 years old. Almost 9 out of 10 women marry by the time they are 50. This

health

Sleep Shortage: A Silent Life Shortener

December 12, 2025

Sleep is often overlooked, but it's a big deal. Recent findings show that not getting enough sleep can cut your life short. It's more impactful than diet or exercise. Only smoking has a bigger effect on how long you live. Many adults don't get enough sleep. Over a third miss the recommended seven h

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How Money Matters in Fighting Diseases in Nigeria

November 11, 2025

In Nigeria, the link between money and health is strong. From 2006 to 2018, researchers found that making more money can help fight diseases. This is big news for a country where many people get sick often. The study looked at how money affects health. It found that when people have more money, the

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How Long Will We Live After COVID-19?

October 27, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has left a big mark on the world. One of the biggest questions now is how it has changed how long we live. Before the pandemic, people were living longer than ever. But COVID-19 has caused a lot of deaths, especially among older people. This has made the average life expectanc

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The Limits of Human Longevity: What Science Says About Our Lifespans

October 27, 2025

The idea that humans can keep living longer and longer might not be true. Experts say we've already made huge progress in helping people live past 60 or 70. But now, the big challenge is helping people live past 80 or 90. The problem is, our bodies age, and science hasn't found a way to stop that ye

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Opioid Progress at Risk: What's Next?

August 28, 2025

The U. S. has seen a drop in overdose deaths, a win worth celebrating. But this progress is at risk. A new law could take health insurance away from millions, including many with opioid addiction. Medicaid covers nearly half of non-elderly adults battling opioid addiction. Without it, treatment beco

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The Loneliness Factor: How Living Alone Affects Elderly Well-being

June 8, 2025

In China, the way families are structured has changed a lot over time. This has led to more older adults living by themselves. This trend has sparked worries about how it affects their happiness and loneliness. A recent study dug into this issue, focusing on how living alone impacts the lonely life

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The Changing Face of Dementia Across Generations

June 2, 2025

Dementia is a big deal, and it's only going to get bigger. Why? Because people are living longer. As life expectancy goes up, so does the number of folks dealing with dementia. This isn't just a problem for individuals; it's a challenge for societies everywhere. So, what's the deal with dementia ac