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Prop 38: California's Medical Research Bond Sparks Unlikely Alliances
California's Prop 38 ballot measure to fund medical research faces unexpected alliances from both sides as it prepares for the 2028 vote.
Sfchronicle · 1m
Former ARPA-H director launches startup to fix science's bottleneck
Renee Wegrzyn left the White House health agency to tackle the 'magic hands problem' holding back medical breakthroughs with her new company, Transfyr.
Fastcompany · 2m
Scientists organize to study sauna's health promise
Researchers gather to standardize heat therapy studies and move sauna from wellness trend to proven medical intervention.
NPR · 3m
Pva's 80-Year Fight for Disability Access
Pva has shaped national accessibility for 80 years, pushing for disability rights through law, science, and community.
Rolling Stone · 1m
What 'control' really means in science
The word 'control' means something different depending on whether a study is experimental or observational, and understanding the difference helps you judge research claims.
The Conversation · 2m
Ayurveda needs science and safety to go global
India's top Ayurveda research body calls for stronger evidence and monitoring to build credibility in modern healthcare.
The Economic Times · 1m
The mood side effects of birth control we ignore
Research shows hormonal contraceptives increase depression risk, but doctors rarely mention it.
Mother Jones · 1m