The Conversation

25 articles in the TruthFoundry index. Each links out to the original.

• Biologist Debunks Protein Marketing: More Protein Without Exercise Won't Build Muscle · A biologist explains that increasing protein intake without resistance training fails to build muscle.
• Global measles cases surge to 11 million in 2026 amid vaccine gaps · WHO estimates 11 million global measles cases in 2026 driven by vaccine shortages and hesitancy.
• Pennsylvania Teens' Suicide Risk Linked to Everyday Social Connections · Research shows teens with strong family, school, and community bonds are less likely to consider suicide.
• New Cognitive Therapies Show Promise for Schizophrenia Patients · Researchers highlight innovative non-drug treatments for schizophrenia, noting severe global access gaps.
• New CDC Director Confirmed Amid Outbreaks and Political Pressure · Erica Schwartz confirmed as CDC director as agency faces measles outbreaks and workforce cuts.
• Psychologist Explains Why Traumatic Memories Are Fragmented and Non-Linear · A psychologist explains how trauma distorts brain function, causing fragmented memories and unexpected survival responses.
• Study Links Rural Floods to Long-Term Surge in Overdose Deaths · A study finds severe floods in Appalachia increase overdose deaths for years by disrupting recovery support systems.
• Hospital-Insurer Integration: Trade-offs, Risks, and Unknowns in US Healthcare · Researchers analyze the effects of hospital-owned insurance plans, citing potential benefits alongside risks of regulatory gaming and reduced competition.
• Colorado Mandates Youth Coach Mental Health Training Including Eating Disorders · New Colorado legislation requires coaches to receive training on youth mental health, potentially addressing eating disorder risks.
• Florida Loses 450,000 ACA Enrollees as National Premiums Rise 37% · Florida lost 450,000 Affordable Care Act enrollees in 2026 following a 37% national average premium increase.
• Elite Athlete Recovery Tools Often Lack Evidence for Recreational Use · An athletic trainer explains why elite sports recovery methods like ice baths and smart rings often fail to justify use by recreational athletes.
• US Government Expands Access to Medical Records Amid Weakening Privacy Protections · The US government is seeking unprecedented access to medical records while data privacy safeguards remain insufficient.
• US Youth Smoking and Vaping Hit Historic Lows in 2025 · FDA 2025 survey reveals US youth smoking and vaping rates have dropped to historic lows compared to global peers.
• Dietitian Explains How to Express Concern for Loved Ones with Eating Disorders · A dietitian outlines strategies to discuss eating disorder concerns without triggering body shaming.
• Food Science Explains How Deli Meat Is Made and Preserved · A meat scientist explains the chemistry and process behind making safe and tasty deli meats like ham and turkey.
• Functional Neurological Disorder: Real Symptoms, Normal Scans, New Understanding · Experts explain how functional neurological disorder causes real physical symptoms despite normal brain scans through faulty brain network communication.
• Teens Turn to AI Chatbots for Emotional Support; Experts Warn of Risks · Experts warn teens are increasingly using AI chatbots for emotional support, raising safety concerns about mental health risks.
• Trump Executive Order Dismantles U.S. Childhood Vaccine Schedule · President Trump signed an order to split the MMR vaccine and challenge school immunization laws without scientific evidence.
• Discrimination in Daily Life Hinders Refugee Healthcare Access in US · Research shows refugees facing discrimination in daily life are significantly less likely to access healthcare in the US.
• Study Links Chronic Pain to Extreme Heat Risks for Older Adults · New research indicates chronic pain worsens with extreme heat and cold, urging its inclusion in public health warnings.
• Sewage Contamination Likely Causing Massive U.S. Cyclospora Outbreak · Researchers attribute a record-breaking U.S. Cyclospora outbreak to sewage-contaminated food and water supplies.
• Lightning Survivors Face Invisible Long-Term Health Challenges · Researchers highlight severe long-term health effects and diagnostic skepticism faced by lightning strike survivors globally.
• Gig Workers Increasingly Rely on Government Benefits Amid Income Struggles · A new GAO report reveals gig platforms like Uber and DoorDash now employ more workers on SNAP than traditional retailers, highlighting a shift toward financial survival.
• DIY Peptide Injections Pose High Risks Due to Contamination and User Error · Experts warn that unregulated DIY peptide injections carry severe risks from product impurities and user administration mistakes.
• FDA approves first mRNA flu shot, signaling future drug potential · FDA approval of an mRNA flu vaccine highlights the technology's promise for treating diseases beyond vaccines despite remaining hurdles.