New study analyzes air quality impacts of wildfire smoke

With wildfires increasing in frequency, severity, and size in the Western U.S., researchers are determined to better understand how smoke impacts air quality, public health, and even the weather. As fires burn, they release enormous amounts of aerosols — the vaporized remains of burning trees and homes that enter the atmosphere and the air we … Read more

Condoms: Be Prepared!

National Condom Week runs from February 14th to the 21st, so it’s time to celebrate a great, effective contraceptive—the condom! Barrier Method Condoms are a barrier method of contraception, meaning they block semen from entering the vagina. They can be used during sex (vaginal, but also oral and anal) to reduce the chance of both … Read more

A Practical Program for Educators – PHE America

With the rise in obesity and sedentary rates, and subsequent chronic conditions, it seems imperative, now, perhaps more than ever before, that we encourage children and adolescents to be physically active.  But, what if a lack of interest stems from fear of injury? While ACL injuries disproportionately affect female athletes, accounting for 69% of serious … Read more

Do Just One Thing – Society for Public Health Education

Update from Sophe President Heidi Hancher-Ruch I’ll admit, I’ve been feeling somewhat disconnected from my advocacy responsibilities as a private citizen these past few weeks. Like many of you, I’ve been feeling discouraged, frustrated, and frankly exhausted. It can feel like our voices, our work, our science, and most importantly, our communities, are not being … Read more

Predicting Outcomes And Tailoring Treatment

Breast cancer remains one of the most significant health challenges worldwide, with an estimated 2.3 million new cases diagnosed in 2020 alone. The complexity of this disease has driven the development of innovative approaches to improve treatment and survival rates. One such approach is the use of biomarkers—biological indicators that provide valuable insights into the … Read more

No Symptoms? It Could Still Be an STI.

By Julia Diaz (she/her), 18, Staff Writer April 30, 2025 Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)—also referred to as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)—can spread from one person to another, usually during vaginal, anal or oral sex. And when most people think of them, they’ve got a picture in their mind: warts, bumps or sores, pain when peeing, … Read more

Vacation Sex – HealthyWomen

Emily Jamea, Ph.D., is an award-winning sex and couples therapist and author of the USA Today best-selling book, Anatomy of Desire: Five Secrets to Create Connection and Cultivate Passion. You can find her here each month to share her latest thoughts about sex. My client Cara couldn’t stop smiling as she settled into my office. … Read more

Why More People Are Choosing a Holistic Lifestyle

There’s a shift in how people view well-being, with growing concerns about conventional medicine’s side effects. This motivates research into natural remedies, including adaptogenic botanicals, aromatherapy, and Qi Gong-like meditative techniques. People are now concentrating on developing both body and intellect. Sustainable living also affects health decisions as people try to lower their environmental impact … Read more

Telemedicine and Health: Is This the Future of the Medical Industry?

Telemedicine is a relatively new term, and yet, it has already garnered a fair amount of attention throughout the health community. Telemedicine involves the growing presence of technology that allows patients to speak with doctors, to learn more about specific conditions, and even to obtain remote diagnoses. Does this represent the future? If so, are … Read more