The healthcare industry has seen a large rise in burnout prevalence in recent years. The burnout threatens to jeopardize patient health and the careers of those in the medical field. Though burnout is readily identified, little has been done to successfully reduce this growing problem. Research efforts are therefore underway to improve our … [Read more...]
How Do Race, Ethnicity, and Learning Environments Impact Burnout?
Does Eating Red Meat Affect the Risk of Colorectal Cancer Recurrence?
Eating red and processed meats has been linked to cancer and appears to be specifically associated with an enhanced risk for colorectal cancer. Based on these findings, both the American Cancer Society and the American Institute for Cancer Research have recommended that cancer survivors limit their consumption of these foods. However, even though … [Read more...]
Do Intellectual Disabilities Increase the Risk for Fractures?
Recognizing groups at risk for broken bones is critical for implementing prevention measures and avoiding accidents that can reduce quality of life. In the case of certain breaks – such as hip fractures – even premature death can occur. Currently, those with intellectual disability (also referred to as learning disabilities) are not identified as a … [Read more...]
Do Children Conceived with Assisted Reproductive Technology Have Increased Cancer Risk?
Assisted reproductive technology use has accelerated across the world in recent years to address fertility challenges. As a result, more research into the health of the children who are conceived through these methods has been pursued, and our relevant knowledge is growing. While it has been posited that assisted reproductive technology may … [Read more...]
Can Telehealth Help to Reduce Suicidal Ideation?
Suicide is sadly a leading cause of death in the U.S., and suicidal ideation is recognized as a risk factor that increases the risk of suicide. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of telehealth skyrocketed, and we are now beginning to learn more about the impact of telehealth services. A study recently published in JMIR Formative Research has … [Read more...]