Women who take a certain type of prescription birth control pill as teens may have a much higher rate of depression, a new study out of Sweden’s Uppsala University suggested, compared to those who do not take birth control pills. Women who
Levels of lifetime and current depression are at an all-time high for Americans this year, according to a new poll. The rate of Americans who report that they were depressed at some point in their lives hit 29% this year, according to
A World War II vet who says he’s lived a “charmed life” despite surviving the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl and a global war, turned 100 on May 13 and continues to give back to his community, sharing a message of faith
Giving birth to a new baby and welcoming a precious little human being into the family is a joyous, life-changing experience. It can also bring mental health challenges for new mothers. In this month of May — which is Mental Health Awareness
The majestic Empire State Building, now the Grand Old Lady of the New York City skyline, opened amid great civic fanfare just 14 months after construction on it began on this day in history, May 1, 1931. The skyscraper “must long remain
AI-powered mental health diagnostic tool could be the first of its kind to predict, treat depression
As the world of artificial intelligence blooms, some players in the health care industry are looking to make a major difference in public health. HMNC Brain Health — a Munich, Germany-based health tech company — is one of those. It’s attempting to
John Rankin Schools staff stand in solidarity outside school gates Claire Barrett’s only child, Maple — who identifies as they/them — was a star pupil. Parents’ evenings were a breeze. They were in the top set of every subject. But when Maple
A man who was diagnosed with cancer said his symptoms were misdiagnosed for months as acid reflux and depression. HGV driver Ricky Evans began experiencing extreme fatigue and chest pain eight months ago. After heading to the doctors to get checked over,
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman checked himself into hospital to treat a “severe” case of depression, an aide for the Democrat said on Thursday. Adam Jentleson said in a statement said Fetterman “has experienced depression off and on throughout his life, it only
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. A Massachusetts nurse who will be facing charges in the deaths of her three young children ages 5,