{
    "version": "https://jsonfeed.org/version/1.1",
    "title": "Harvard Health Posts by Robert H. Shmerling, MD Feed",
    "home_page_url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/authors/robert-h-shmerling-md",
    "feed_url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/authors/robert-h-shmerling-md/feed/json",
    "language": "en-US",
    "icon": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/img/logos/hhp-logo-mark-lg.jpg",
    "items": [{
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-your-breakfast-cereal-healthy-202509083104",
            "title": "Is your breakfast cereal healthy?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-your-breakfast-cereal-healthy-202509083104",
            "content_html": "In the US, more than a quarter of children and adolescents have ready-to-eat cereal for breakfast most days of the week. Advertising touts cereal as a healthy choice, but a recent study disputes this.",
            "summary": "In the US, more than a quarter of children and adolescents have ready-to-eat cereal for breakfast most days of the week. Advertising touts cereal as a healthy choice, but a recent study disputes this.",
            "date_published": "2025-09-08T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2025-09-08T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/17047/conversions/gettyimages-1135536331-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diet and nutrition","Healthy Eating","Vitamins, minerals, herbs, and supplements" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-can-magnesium-do-for-you-and-how-much-do-you-need-202506033100",
            "title": "What can magnesium do for you and how much do you need?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-can-magnesium-do-for-you-and-how-much-do-you-need-202506033100",
            "content_html": "Magnesium is a mineral the human body needs to function properly - especially for a healthy cardiovascular system, nerves, muscles, and bones - though the benefits of supplements are largely oversold. While most people get enough magnesium from their diet, in certain instances people should take a supplement.",
            "summary": "Magnesium is a mineral the human body needs to function properly - especially for a healthy cardiovascular system, nerves, muscles, and bones - though the benefits of supplements are largely oversold. While most people get enough magnesium from their diet, in certain instances people should take a supplement.",
            "date_published": "2025-06-03T00:00:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2025-06-03T00:00:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/16726/conversions/gettyimages-1319902998-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diet and nutrition","Vitamins, minerals, herbs, and supplements","Integrative therapies" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/two-jobs-may-lower-the-odds-of-dying-from-alzheimers-disease-but-why-202505063098",
            "title": "Two jobs may lower the odds of dying from Alzheimer's disease - but why?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/two-jobs-may-lower-the-odds-of-dying-from-alzheimers-disease-but-why-202505063098",
            "content_html": "Researchers have found that the risk of death due to Alzheimer's disease is markedly lower in taxi and ambulance drivers compared with hundreds of other occupations. And the reason could be that these drivers develop certain structural changes in their brains as they work.",
            "summary": "Researchers have found that the risk of death due to Alzheimer's disease is markedly lower in taxi and ambulance drivers compared with hundreds of other occupations. And the reason could be that these drivers develop certain structural changes in their brains as they work.",
            "date_published": "2025-05-06T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2025-05-06T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/16603/conversions/gettyimages-105782282-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Mind & Mood","Alzheimer's","Brain health" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-a-routine-vaccine-prevent-dementia-202504293097",
            "title": "Can a routine vaccine prevent dementia?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-a-routine-vaccine-prevent-dementia-202504293097",
            "content_html": "It's fairly common for a medical treatment to cause side effects - but far more rarely, a side effect provides an unexpected benefit. This might be the case for the shingles vaccine, as evidence is mounting that it might also reduce the risk of dementia.",
            "summary": "It's fairly common for a medical treatment to cause side effects - but far more rarely, a side effect provides an unexpected benefit. This might be the case for the shingles vaccine, as evidence is mounting that it might also reduce the risk of dementia.",
            "date_published": "2025-04-29T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2025-04-29T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/16599/conversions/gettyimages-2162424100-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Mind & Mood","Alzheimer's","Vaccines and immunizations" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/counting-steps-is-good-is-combining-steps-and-heart-rate-better-202504173095",
            "title": "Counting steps is good - is combining steps and heart rate better?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/counting-steps-is-good-is-combining-steps-and-heart-rate-better-202504173095",
            "content_html": "Monitoring daily step count can encourage people to be more active. When it comes to assessing fitness or risk for major illnesses, though, is a new measurement that combines both average steps and heart rate better?",
            "summary": "Monitoring daily step count can encourage people to be more active. When it comes to assessing fitness or risk for major illnesses, though, is a new measurement that combines both average steps and heart rate better?",
            "date_published": "2025-04-17T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2025-04-17T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/16548/conversions/gettyimages-2188956412-1--thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Exercise and Fitness","Exercise and Fitness","Diseases & Conditions" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/measles-is-making-a-comeback-can-we-stop-it-202503063091",
            "title": "Measles is making a comeback: Can we stop it?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/measles-is-making-a-comeback-can-we-stop-it-202503063091",
            "content_html": "In the US, widespread vaccination halted the ongoing spread of measles more than 20 years ago, but recent outbreaks have flared in over 20 US states, leading to hospitalizations and at least two deaths. Measles is highly preventable - here's what you need to know.",
            "summary": "In the US, widespread vaccination halted the ongoing spread of measles more than 20 years ago, but recent outbreaks have flared in over 20 US states, leading to hospitalizations and at least two deaths. Measles is highly preventable - here's what you need to know.",
            "date_published": "2026-03-09T00:00:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2026-03-09T00:00:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/16408/conversions/gettyimages-538178055-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Pediatric health","Vaccines and immunizations","Immune and infectious diseases" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/alcohol-and-your-health-risks-benefits-and-controversies-202501273088",
            "title": "Alcohol and your health: Risks, benefits, and controversies",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/alcohol-and-your-health-risks-benefits-and-controversies-202501273088",
            "content_html": "For millions of people, alcohol is a regular part of their lives. But there are many downsides to drinking - some familiar, others less well appreciated. And concerns about the risks of even moderate drinking are on the rise.",
            "summary": "For millions of people, alcohol is a regular part of their lives. But there are many downsides to drinking - some familiar, others less well appreciated. And concerns about the risks of even moderate drinking are on the rise.",
            "date_published": "2025-01-27T16:00:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2025-01-27T16:00:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/16209/conversions/gettyimages-1653418139-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Alcohol","Healthy aging and longevity","Safety/injury prevention" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/medication-side-effects-what-are-your-options-202411203082",
            "title": "Medication side effects: What are your options?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/medication-side-effects-what-are-your-options-202411203082",
            "content_html": "All medicines have potential side effects. Usually, side effects are more bothersome than serious -- though a few are dangerous. If you experience a side effect, what are your options?",
            "summary": "All medicines have potential side effects. Usually, side effects are more bothersome than serious -- though a few are dangerous. If you experience a side effect, what are your options?",
            "date_published": "2024-11-20T10:30:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-11-20T10:30:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15900/conversions/gettyimages-1342010434-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Medications and treatments","Heart Health" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/ever-hear-of-tonsil-stones-202410213077",
            "title": "Ever hear of tonsil stones?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/ever-hear-of-tonsil-stones-202410213077",
            "content_html": "Tonsil stones are small white or yellow deposits on the tonsils. They develop when bacteria, saliva, food particles, and debris from cells lining the mouth get trapped in tiny indentations on the tonsils. While usually harmless, they can cause bad breath and sore throats.",
            "summary": "Tonsil stones are small white or yellow deposits on the tonsils. They develop when bacteria, saliva, food particles, and debris from cells lining the mouth get trapped in tiny indentations on the tonsils. While usually harmless, they can cause bad breath and sore throats.",
            "date_published": "2024-10-21T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-10-21T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15823/conversions/gettyimages-1317910199-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Colds and flu","Ear, nose, and throat" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/harvard-health-ad-watch-got-side-effects-theres-a-medicine-for-that-202410113075",
            "title": "Harvard Health Ad Watch: Got side effects? There's a medicine for that",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/harvard-health-ad-watch-got-side-effects-theres-a-medicine-for-that-202410113075",
            "content_html": "Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a condition marked by involuntary movements of the face or limbs, caused by long-term use of certain drugs, many of which are for mental health conditions. An ad for a once-daily drug to treat TD leaves some important questions unanswered.",
            "summary": "Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a condition marked by involuntary movements of the face or limbs, caused by long-term use of certain drugs, many of which are for mental health conditions. An ad for a once-daily drug to treat TD leaves some important questions unanswered.",
            "date_published": "2024-10-11T06:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-10-11T06:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15764/conversions/gettyimages-1436684538-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Medications and treatments" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-the-portfolio-diet-the-best-diet-ever-202409233072",
            "title": "Is the portfolio diet the best diet ever?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-the-portfolio-diet-the-best-diet-ever-202409233072",
            "content_html": "What we eat plays an important role in health and quality of life - but is there a single best diet? One newer choice is the largely plant-based portfolio diet, which combines aspects of highly regarded eating patterns and focuses on foods proven to lower harmful blood lipids and enhance cardiovascular health.",
            "summary": "What we eat plays an important role in health and quality of life - but is there a single best diet? One newer choice is the largely plant-based portfolio diet, which combines aspects of highly regarded eating patterns and focuses on foods proven to lower harmful blood lipids and enhance cardiovascular health.",
            "date_published": "2024-09-23T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-09-23T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15690/conversions/gettyimages-1212768319-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diet and nutrition","Healthy Eating","Heart Health" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-popularity-of-e-bikes-and-e-scooters-is-soaring-but-are-they-safe-202409093069",
            "title": "The popularity of e-bikes and e-scooters is soaring, but are they safe?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-popularity-of-e-bikes-and-e-scooters-is-soaring-but-are-they-safe-202409093069",
            "content_html": "The convenience, affordability, and flat-out fun of e-bikes and e-scooters are undeniable. But as their popularity grows, the rate of accidents involving e-bikes and e-scooters is climbing. So how do we minimize risks for accidents?",
            "summary": "The convenience, affordability, and flat-out fun of e-bikes and e-scooters are undeniable. But as their popularity grows, the rate of accidents involving e-bikes and e-scooters is climbing. So how do we minimize risks for accidents?",
            "date_published": "2024-09-09T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-09-09T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15624/conversions/gettyimages-1411244361-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Healthy aging and longevity","Brain health","Safety/injury prevention" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/mpox-is-back-what-to-know-and-do-202409033067",
            "title": "Mpox is back: What to know and do",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/mpox-is-back-what-to-know-and-do-202409033067",
            "content_html": "In 2022, the largest known outbreak spread to nearly 100,000 people in more than 100 countries. Now, a new outbreak of mpox has put it back in the news. What should you know - and do - about this latest international health emergency?",
            "summary": "In 2022, the largest known outbreak spread to nearly 100,000 people in more than 100 countries. Now, a new outbreak of mpox has put it back in the news. What should you know - and do - about this latest international health emergency?",
            "date_published": "2024-09-03T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-09-03T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15609/conversions/gettyimages-2166741669-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Skin and hair health","Healthy aging and longevity","Immune and infectious diseases" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/are-you-getting-health-care-you-dont-need-202408053064",
            "title": "Are you getting health care you don't need?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/are-you-getting-health-care-you-dont-need-202408053064",
            "content_html": "Just because you can get a particular test or treatment or take a supplement doesn't mean you should. One study suggests as much as 20% of all health care in the US is unneeded. Skipping unnecessary care might actually improve your health, while saving time and money.",
            "summary": "Just because you can get a particular test or treatment or take a supplement doesn't mean you should. One study suggests as much as 20% of all health care in the US is unneeded. Skipping unnecessary care might actually improve your health, while saving time and money.",
            "date_published": "2024-08-05T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-08-05T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/17834/conversions/gettyimages-2131518859-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Healthy aging and longevity","Medical Tests & Procedures","Medications and treatments","Vitamins, minerals, herbs, and supplements" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/do-tattoos-cause-lymphoma-202407193059",
            "title": "Do tattoos cause lymphoma?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/do-tattoos-cause-lymphoma-202407193059",
            "content_html": "The number of adults in the US with at least one tattoo has risen dramatically in recent decades, so headlines about a study that found an association between having a tattoo and higher risk of lymphoma may have caused worry. But there's much more to the story than just the headlines.",
            "summary": "The number of adults in the US with at least one tattoo has risen dramatically in recent decades, so headlines about a study that found an association between having a tattoo and higher risk of lymphoma may have caused worry. But there's much more to the story than just the headlines.",
            "date_published": "2024-07-19T06:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-07-19T06:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15415/conversions/2acee670-1e43-413e-a07b-437512d22803-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Cancer","Skin and hair health","Cancer" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/ever-read-your-medical-record-heres-why-you-should-202407083056",
            "title": "Ever read your medical record? Here's why you should",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/ever-read-your-medical-record-heres-why-you-should-202407083056",
            "content_html": "When you have a medical appointment, your health provider writes notes on the visit that are available to you. It's a good idea to read these - though you may be surprised or confused by some of the language - and to check in if you have questions or need to make important corrections.",
            "summary": "When you have a medical appointment, your health provider writes notes on the visit that are available to you. It's a good idea to read these - though you may be surprised or confused by some of the language - and to check in if you have questions or need to make important corrections.",
            "date_published": "2024-07-08T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-07-08T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15386/conversions/33679f9f-8065-4e13-a188-2ca67472b36f-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Healthcare","Healthy aging and longevity","Healthcare Disparities" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/health-care-should-improve-your-health-right-202406203050",
            "title": "Health care should improve your health, right?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/health-care-should-improve-your-health-right-202406203050",
            "content_html": "Modern medicine offers ever-expanding ways to heal and prevent disease, but it's also true that health care can cause harm. Some harms are preventable while others are much harder to control. So how can you reduce your chances of being harmed?",
            "summary": "Modern medicine offers ever-expanding ways to heal and prevent disease, but it's also true that health care can cause harm. Some harms are preventable while others are much harder to control. So how can you reduce your chances of being harmed?",
            "date_published": "2024-06-20T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-06-20T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15309/conversions/a32d083c-d4b8-4a24-8a4f-f05d4d394dd1-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Medications and treatments","Healthy aging and longevity","Medical Tests & Procedures","Healthcare" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-cicadas-are-here-hows-your-appetite-202406143048",
            "title": "The cicadas are here: How's your appetite?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-cicadas-are-here-hows-your-appetite-202406143048",
            "content_html": "Trillions of cicadas are expected to emerge in the US by the end of June, especially in the Midwest. In many parts of the world insects are considered a low-cost source of calories and protein, but some people still won't want to eat them - and some people shouldn't.",
            "summary": "Trillions of cicadas are expected to emerge in the US by the end of June, especially in the Midwest. In many parts of the world insects are considered a low-cost source of calories and protein, but some people still won't want to eat them - and some people shouldn't.",
            "date_published": "2024-06-14T06:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-06-14T06:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15303/conversions/4304af30-c59b-4dc8-ac93-f4ac1c590752-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diet and nutrition","Healthy Eating","Allergies and hay fever" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-there-a-good-side-to-drug-side-effects-202405313045",
            "title": "Is there a good side to drug side effects?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-there-a-good-side-to-drug-side-effects-202405313045",
            "content_html": "Not all drug side effects are created equal: some are tolerable, some are dangerous -- and some may turn out to be surprisingly beneficial with weight loss and hair growth as superstar examples. Silver linings like these can lead to a new purpose for some medications.",
            "summary": "Not all drug side effects are created equal: some are tolerable, some are dangerous -- and some may turn out to be surprisingly beneficial with weight loss and hair growth as superstar examples. Silver linings like these can lead to a new purpose for some medications.",
            "date_published": "2024-05-31T06:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-05-31T06:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15278/conversions/995e707c-a427-4a53-b9d7-9985fb18e65a-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Medications and treatments","Women's Health","Men's Health" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/a-bird-flu-primer-what-to-know-and-do-202405083039",
            "title": "A bird flu primer: What to know and do",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/a-bird-flu-primer-what-to-know-and-do-202405083039",
            "content_html": "A bird flu strain that began circulating in 2020 continues to evolve globally and locally within the United States. If you're wondering what this means, understanding the basics - what bird flu is, how it spreads, whether foods are safe, and prevention tips - can help.",
            "summary": "A bird flu strain that began circulating in 2020 continues to evolve globally and locally within the United States. If you're wondering what this means, understanding the basics - what bird flu is, how it spreads, whether foods are safe, and prevention tips - can help.",
            "date_published": "2025-05-13T00:00:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2025-05-13T00:00:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15199/conversions/c090faaa-c39e-4f35-ba1a-0c01a736304a-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Colds and flu","Healthy aging and longevity","Immune and infectious diseases" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/harvard-health-ad-watch-new-drug-old-song-clever-tagline-202404153033",
            "title": "Harvard Health Ad Watch: New drug, old song, clever tagline",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/harvard-health-ad-watch-new-drug-old-song-clever-tagline-202404153033",
            "content_html": "A new type of nonhormonal medication to prevent hot flashes and night sweats due to menopause, Veozah, was approved by the FDA in 2023. An ad for the drug has useful information, but some key questions are not answered.",
            "summary": "A new type of nonhormonal medication to prevent hot flashes and night sweats due to menopause, Veozah, was approved by the FDA in 2023. An ad for the drug has useful information, but some key questions are not answered.",
            "date_published": "2024-09-13T00:00:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-09-13T00:00:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15121/conversions/cfb2d698-d9e7-41d5-8a5b-ee78b3cc6f5a-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Women's Health","Menopause and perimenopause","Medications and treatments" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/your-amazing-parathyroid-glands-202404083031",
            "title": "Your amazing parathyroid glands",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/your-amazing-parathyroid-glands-202404083031",
            "content_html": "Most people have four parathyroid glands, which are tiny in size but very important to the body's function. These glands are involved in regulating calcium, phosphorous, and vitamin D, keeping these nutrients in balance without being noticed by us.",
            "summary": "Most people have four parathyroid glands, which are tiny in size but very important to the body's function. These glands are involved in regulating calcium, phosphorous, and vitamin D, keeping these nutrients in balance without being noticed by us.",
            "date_published": "2024-04-08T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-04-08T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15092/conversions/b216a264-fd62-49be-9b62-ad2b78987bb6-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Healthy aging and longevity" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-ai-answer-medical-questions-better-than-your-doctor-202403273028",
            "title": "Can AI answer medical questions better than your doctor?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-ai-answer-medical-questions-better-than-your-doctor-202403273028",
            "content_html": "When a study asked doctors and artificial intelligence to respond to selected patient questions, a chatbot received higher ratings for empathy and quality. But a closer look at the research spotlights important limitations and findings.",
            "summary": "When a study asked doctors and artificial intelligence to respond to selected patient questions, a chatbot received higher ratings for empathy and quality. But a closer look at the research spotlights important limitations and findings.",
            "date_published": "2024-03-27T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-03-27T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15079/conversions/60ffcbf0-9a09-48a1-a23a-771ff8edbf39-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Artificial intelligence and digital health technologies","Healthy aging and longevity","Healthcare" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-well-do-you-worry-about-your-health-202403203027",
            "title": "How well do you worry about your health?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-well-do-you-worry-about-your-health-202403203027",
            "content_html": "It's impossible to never worry about your health - but are you worrying about the right things? Popular fears and Google and TikTok searches suggest our top concerns may bypass common health issues. So what should concern us and what can we do about it?",
            "summary": "It's impossible to never worry about your health - but are you worrying about the right things? Popular fears and Google and TikTok searches suggest our top concerns may bypass common health issues. So what should concern us and what can we do about it?",
            "date_published": "2024-03-20T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-03-20T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/15061/conversions/a0a77c06-fcbe-4422-8f4f-2747233211b0-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Anxiety","Healthy aging and longevity","Diseases & Conditions" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/does-drinking-water-before-meals-really-help-you-lose-weight-202402203018",
            "title": "Does drinking water before meals really help you lose weight?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/does-drinking-water-before-meals-really-help-you-lose-weight-202402203018",
            "content_html": "If you've ever tried to lose weight, you've probably heard the advice to drink water before a meal because it makes you feel fuller and you'll stop eating sooner. It seems like a reasonable idea - but does it work? And if it doesn't, why do people think it does?",
            "summary": "If you've ever tried to lose weight, you've probably heard the advice to drink water before a meal because it makes you feel fuller and you'll stop eating sooner. It seems like a reasonable idea - but does it work? And if it doesn't, why do people think it does?",
            "date_published": "2024-02-20T10:30:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-02-20T10:30:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14938/conversions/2000a249-a535-402b-bd6b-32311bd847c7-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Medical Research","Healthy aging and longevity","Diet & Weight Loss" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/why-do-your-prescription-drugs-cost-so-much-202401183007",
            "title": "Why do your prescription drugs cost so much?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/why-do-your-prescription-drugs-cost-so-much-202401183007",
            "content_html": "The cost of a prescription drug can be very high, and several factors contribute to this. What can consumers do to reduce their drug costs, and what changes need to be made to make medications more affordable?",
            "summary": "The cost of a prescription drug can be very high, and several factors contribute to this. What can consumers do to reduce their drug costs, and what changes need to be made to make medications more affordable?",
            "date_published": "2024-01-18T10:30:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-01-18T10:30:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14740/conversions/704b865b-1c89-4fb6-a4e6-a6c87b70cdd3-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Medications and treatments","Health policy" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/seeking-fitspiration-on-social-media-202401033004",
            "title": "Seeking fitspiration on social media?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/seeking-fitspiration-on-social-media-202401033004",
            "content_html": "Fitspiration describes social media posts intended to inspire physical fitness and promote health. But is this type of motivation helpful? A recent study looked deeper into the trend.",
            "summary": "Fitspiration describes social media posts intended to inspire physical fitness and promote health. But is this type of motivation helpful? A recent study looked deeper into the trend.",
            "date_published": "2024-01-03T10:30:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2024-01-03T10:30:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14686/conversions/7eeefd77-83ab-491b-98bc-d32fed9e4830-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Exercise and Fitness","Exercise and Fitness","Physical activity and exercise","Healthy aging and longevity" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/veins-are-a-key-player-in-the-body-heres-why-202311292997",
            "title": "Veins are a key player in the body: Here's why",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/veins-are-a-key-player-in-the-body-heres-why-202311292997",
            "content_html": "Thousands of miles of veins throughout the body bring blood to the lungs to pick up oxygen and nutrients, and get rid of carbon dioxide before returning to the heart to be pumped out again. How do veins work, what problems can occur, and how can you keep these vital blood vessels healthy?",
            "summary": "Thousands of miles of veins throughout the body bring blood to the lungs to pick up oxygen and nutrients, and get rid of carbon dioxide before returning to the heart to be pumped out again. How do veins work, what problems can occur, and how can you keep these vital blood vessels healthy?",
            "date_published": "2023-11-29T00:00:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-11-29T00:00:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14576/conversions/0c6b1e2c-a3c1-40ed-afed-7e88b19e5fd0-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Heart Health","Healthy aging and longevity","Skin and hair health","Lung cancer" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-to-do-when-driving-skills-decline-202311152991",
            "title": "What to do when driving skills decline",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-to-do-when-driving-skills-decline-202311152991",
            "content_html": "Many people experience a decline in their driving skills as they age. While some choose to stop driving, others resist. Whether it's you or a loved one, planning ahead can help you tackle fixable issues, make transitions easier, and avoid harming yourself or someone else.",
            "summary": "Many people experience a decline in their driving skills as they age. While some choose to stop driving, others resist. Whether it's you or a loved one, planning ahead can help you tackle fixable issues, make transitions easier, and avoid harming yourself or someone else.",
            "date_published": "2023-11-15T10:30:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-11-15T10:30:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14502/conversions/bcb42e0d-03e3-4752-8f23-2286f283fb97-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Healthy aging and longevity","Social engagement and relationships","Independent Living" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/a-tough-question-when-should-an-older-driver-stop-driving-202311132992",
            "title": "A tough question: When should an older driver stop driving?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/a-tough-question-when-should-an-older-driver-stop-driving-202311132992",
            "content_html": "Navigating whether or when an older person should limit or stop driving is tricky. Whether these concerns are about a family member or yourself, it's helpful to be aware of red flags and to understand how driving abilities –– and risk for motor vehicle accidents –– change with age.",
            "summary": "Navigating whether or when an older person should limit or stop driving is tricky. Whether these concerns are about a family member or yourself, it's helpful to be aware of red flags and to understand how driving abilities –– and risk for motor vehicle accidents –– change with age.",
            "date_published": "2023-11-13T10:30:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-11-13T10:30:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14503/conversions/f6fd51a8-b6bf-4a40-9b61-0067cf611802-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Eye Health","Brain health","Healthy aging and longevity" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/kidneys-eyes-ears-and-more-why-do-we-have-a-spare-202310202984",
            "title": "Kidneys, eyes, ears, and more: Why do we have a spare?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/kidneys-eyes-ears-and-more-why-do-we-have-a-spare-202310202984",
            "content_html": "The human body has excess capacity — that is, our organs have more reserve than most of us will ever need. Why are we built with this natural redundancy? And which body parts can safely fail or be removed without impairing health?",
            "summary": "The human body has excess capacity — that is, our organs have more reserve than most of us will ever need. Why are we built with this natural redundancy? And which body parts can safely fail or be removed without impairing health?",
            "date_published": "2023-10-23T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-10-23T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14408/conversions/d3100b0d-d33e-4db5-9ad8-47cd57c9593a-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Eye Health","Healthy aging and longevity","Kidney and urinary health","Lung cancer" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/wondering-what-your-lymph-nodes-have-done-for-you-lately-202310102980",
            "title": "Wondering what your lymph nodes have done for you lately?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/wondering-what-your-lymph-nodes-have-done-for-you-lately-202310102980",
            "content_html": "The human body has hundreds of lymph nodes, one part of the immune system that helps defend the body against health threats. They aren't usually noticeable, but they are always working to deal with potential health problems.",
            "summary": "The human body has hundreds of lymph nodes, one part of the immune system that helps defend the body against health threats. They aren't usually noticeable, but they are always working to deal with potential health problems.",
            "date_published": "2023-10-10T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-10-10T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14385/conversions/d924f092-7936-4bc3-a216-f669bab144c2-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Healthy aging and longevity","Immune and infectious diseases" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/got-immunity-thank-your-thymus-202309252976",
            "title": "Got immunity? Thank your thymus",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/got-immunity-thank-your-thymus-202309252976",
            "content_html": "The thymus gland is very important in the development of the immune system during fetal growth, infancy, and early childhood. As we grow into adulthood the thymus shrinks, but growing evidence suggests the gland may play a role in adult health for much longer than previously thought.",
            "summary": "The thymus gland is very important in the development of the immune system during fetal growth, infancy, and early childhood. As we grow into adulthood the thymus shrinks, but growing evidence suggests the gland may play a role in adult health for much longer than previously thought.",
            "date_published": "2023-09-25T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-09-25T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14364/conversions/04f6ab55-6492-448a-bb25-6f93dff9298c-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Healthy aging and longevity","Immune and infectious diseases" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/got-expendable-body-parts-202309182974",
            "title": "7 organs or glands you may do just fine without",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/got-expendable-body-parts-202309182974",
            "content_html": "Removing tonsils in childhood was once routine care for healthy children, but is no longer recommended. Why are some organs and glands — appendix, tonsils, adenoids and more — considered expendable and why do we have them if they're not needed?",
            "summary": "Removing tonsils in childhood was once routine care for healthy children, but is no longer recommended. Why are some organs and glands — appendix, tonsils, adenoids and more — considered expendable and why do we have them if they're not needed?",
            "date_published": "2023-09-18T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-09-18T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14293/conversions/1cc0aa3d-bfb4-4b3a-90e1-e05f1885967c-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Surgical treatments and procedures","Ear, nose, and throat","Healthy aging and longevity","Immune and infectious diseases","Digestive Health" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/immune-boosts-or-busts-from-iv-drips-and-detoxes-to-superfoods-202309112972",
            "title": "Immune boosts or busts? From IV drips and detoxes to superfoods",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/immune-boosts-or-busts-from-iv-drips-and-detoxes-to-superfoods-202309112972",
            "content_html": "Ads for products that promise to supercharge the body's immune system make claims that sound too good to be true. But do these products actually work? ",
            "summary": "Ads for products that promise to supercharge the body's immune system make claims that sound too good to be true. But do these products actually work? ",
            "date_published": "2023-09-11T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-09-11T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14272/conversions/fe5ae61c-448d-4c69-8ffe-bd77e8d36634-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Healthy aging and longevity","Immune and infectious diseases","Vitamins, minerals, herbs, and supplements","Diet and nutrition" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/harvard-health-ad-watch-why-are-toilets-everywhere-in-this-drug-ad-202308162965",
            "title": "Harvard Health Ad Watch: Why are toilets everywhere in this drug ad?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/harvard-health-ad-watch-why-are-toilets-everywhere-in-this-drug-ad-202308162965",
            "content_html": "An ad for a medication featuring a person sitting on a toilet in multiple settings is eye-catching, but as with most drug ads, it doesn't provide some important information — such as common symptoms of the condition the drug is meant to treat.",
            "summary": "An ad for a medication featuring a person sitting on a toilet in multiple settings is eye-catching, but as with most drug ads, it doesn't provide some important information — such as common symptoms of the condition the drug is meant to treat.",
            "date_published": "2023-09-05T00:00:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-09-05T00:00:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14173/conversions/40eefc3f-9d75-426b-9773-043c43b76dd0-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Digestive Health","Medications and treatments" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/leprosy-in-florida-how-worried-should-we-be-202308162966",
            "title": "Leprosy in Florida: How worried should we be?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/leprosy-in-florida-how-worried-should-we-be-202308162966",
            "content_html": "News coverage of a case of leprosy in central Florida may have made it seem like there is an increased threat the disease would spread. Misconceptions about this disease have persisted for a long time, but the facts are reassuring.",
            "summary": "News coverage of a case of leprosy in central Florida may have made it seem like there is an increased threat the disease would spread. Misconceptions about this disease have persisted for a long time, but the facts are reassuring.",
            "date_published": "2023-08-16T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-08-16T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14203/conversions/61964472-a847-40a1-a773-550faf92c299-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Immune and infectious diseases","Skin and hair health" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/think-fast-how-does-your-face-protect-you-202307312959",
            "title": "Think fast: How does your face protect you?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/think-fast-how-does-your-face-protect-you-202307312959",
            "content_html": "Not only is our face our calling card to the world, its features evolved to mount immune system defenses, help ward off illness, and protect us in many ways. Our eyes, nose, mouth, and facial structure itself all contribute to our continued well-being.",
            "summary": "Not only is our face our calling card to the world, its features evolved to mount immune system defenses, help ward off illness, and protect us in many ways. Our eyes, nose, mouth, and facial structure itself all contribute to our continued well-being.",
            "date_published": "2023-07-31T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-07-31T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14144/conversions/249ab74a-66e9-44af-b0e8-3ecaf998b5dc-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Ear, nose, and throat","Healthy aging and longevity","Immune and infectious diseases" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/stomachs-growl-noses-run-and-yawning-is-contagious-ever-wonder-why-202307192955",
            "title": "Stomachs growl, noses run, and yawning is contagious: Ever wonder why?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/stomachs-growl-noses-run-and-yawning-is-contagious-ever-wonder-why-202307192955",
            "content_html": "There are things our bodies do so often and so automatically that we barely notice them. Yawning, growling stomachs, and runny noses are good examples. Each is a universal part of our daily human experience — but did you ever wonder why?",
            "summary": "There are things our bodies do so often and so automatically that we barely notice them. Yawning, growling stomachs, and runny noses are good examples. Each is a universal part of our daily human experience — but did you ever wonder why?",
            "date_published": "2023-07-19T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-07-19T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/14067/conversions/cfa79a30-6e76-4254-89b6-0f022e21162c-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Men's Health","Healthy aging and longevity","Women's Health","Digestive Health" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/health-warnings-on-exercise-equipment-should-you-worry-202306192943",
            "title": "Health warnings on exercise equipment: Should you worry?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/health-warnings-on-exercise-equipment-should-you-worry-202306192943",
            "content_html": "If you work out at a gym, you may notice warnings on the exercise equipment. For most of us, these warnings should not be cause for alarm, although people with certain health conditions should be cautious about exercising.",
            "summary": "If you work out at a gym, you may notice warnings on the exercise equipment. For most of us, these warnings should not be cause for alarm, although people with certain health conditions should be cautious about exercising.",
            "date_published": "2023-06-19T00:00:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-06-19T00:00:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13964/conversions/3d0e154f-3bb0-466c-8c5d-3af81f0b42e2-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Exercise and Fitness","Safety/injury prevention","Physical activity and exercise" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/harvard-health-ad-watch-an-iv-treatment-for-thyroid-eye-disease-202306052941",
            "title": "Harvard Health Ad Watch: An IV treatment for thyroid eye disease",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/harvard-health-ad-watch-an-iv-treatment-for-thyroid-eye-disease-202306052941",
            "content_html": "An ad for a medication to treat thyroid eye disease accurately describes the symptoms of the condition, but as is common with such ads it does not discuss other possible treatment options, or other information that people should be aware of.",
            "summary": "An ad for a medication to treat thyroid eye disease accurately describes the symptoms of the condition, but as is common with such ads it does not discuss other possible treatment options, or other information that people should be aware of.",
            "date_published": "2023-06-05T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-06-05T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13961/conversions/46767c7b-4f8e-440b-96bb-a0327a20adf2-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Eye Health","Medications and treatments" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/give-praise-to-the-elbow-a-bending-twisting-marvel-202305242938",
            "title": "Give praise to the elbow: A bending, twisting marvel",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/give-praise-to-the-elbow-a-bending-twisting-marvel-202305242938",
            "content_html": "Life would be extremely difficult for humans if we didn't have elbows, yet when it comes to joints we hear very little about them. So let's consider what the elbows do for us and why we should do all we can to protect them.",
            "summary": "Life would be extremely difficult for humans if we didn't have elbows, yet when it comes to joints we hear very little about them. So let's consider what the elbows do for us and why we should do all we can to protect them.",
            "date_published": "2023-05-24T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-05-24T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13946/conversions/a74ed499-e004-4c4b-a2d4-c12338ee7c0b-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Bones and joints","Healthy aging and longevity" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-fda-relaxes-restrictions-on-blood-donation-202305192936",
            "title": "The FDA relaxes restrictions on blood donation",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-fda-relaxes-restrictions-on-blood-donation-202305192936",
            "content_html": "While the FDA rules for blood donation were revised twice in the last decade, one group — men who have sex with men — continued to be turned away from donating. Now new, evidence-based FDA rules will focus on individual risk rather than groupwide restrictions.",
            "summary": "While the FDA rules for blood donation were revised twice in the last decade, one group — men who have sex with men — continued to be turned away from donating. Now new, evidence-based FDA rules will focus on individual risk rather than groupwide restrictions.",
            "date_published": "2023-08-08T00:00:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-08-08T00:00:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13901/conversions/b0dc8f35-3126-4eae-b575-38285553c9a4-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","LGBTQ+ health","Immune and infectious diseases","Health policy" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/does-running-cause-arthritis-202304262930",
            "title": "Does running cause arthritis?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/does-running-cause-arthritis-202304262930",
            "content_html": "It's easy to blame running when a person who runs regularly develops arthritis. But that blame may be misguided. Here's a look at the latest research on the topic.",
            "summary": "It's easy to blame running when a person who runs regularly develops arthritis. But that blame may be misguided. Here's a look at the latest research on the topic.",
            "date_published": "2026-03-09T00:00:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2026-03-09T00:00:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13852/conversions/2434e7c0-3082-4e6a-9556-3e36e6f38b4c-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Bones and joints","Exercise and physical activity" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-snuff-really-safer-than-smoking-202304172913",
            "title": "Is snuff really safer than smoking?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-snuff-really-safer-than-smoking-202304172913",
            "content_html": "The FDA authorized a brand of smokeless tobacco to use language in its advertising claiming that using snuff reduces risk of lung cancer compared to smoking cigarettes. Technically this is true, but it's not the health advantage the product's maker would like consumers to think it is.",
            "summary": "The FDA authorized a brand of smokeless tobacco to use language in its advertising claiming that using snuff reduces risk of lung cancer compared to smoking cigarettes. Technically this is true, but it's not the health advantage the product's maker would like consumers to think it is.",
            "date_published": "2023-04-17T00:00:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-04-17T00:00:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13764/conversions/fab90b23-ec20-40b8-b6ba-de903fcc2d4e-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Dental Health","Healthy aging and longevity","Cancer","Lung cancer" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/drug-recalls-are-common-202303292907",
            "title": "Drug recalls are common",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/drug-recalls-are-common-202303292907",
            "content_html": "In the last 10 years, an average of four drug recalls a day have occurred in the US. Drug recalls happen for a number of different reasons, and while they are common, most are not for dangerous or life-threatening issues.",
            "summary": "In the last 10 years, an average of four drug recalls a day have occurred in the US. Drug recalls happen for a number of different reasons, and while they are common, most are not for dangerous or life-threatening issues.",
            "date_published": "2023-03-29T10:30:00-04:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-03-29T10:30:00-04:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13742/conversions/50e63a7c-263c-4ad0-8a8d-e62a90adc81c-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Healthy aging and longevity","Medications and treatments" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-electrical-brain-stimulation-boost-attention-memory-and-more-202303032898",
            "title": "Can electrical brain stimulation boost attention, memory, and more?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-electrical-brain-stimulation-boost-attention-memory-and-more-202303032898",
            "content_html": "Therapies using an electric current for brain stimulation are not new, but marketing devices for home use is a relatively recent phenomenon. While claims include better energy, focus, mood and more, current evidence doesn't support this and the FDA hasn't cleared these devices.",
            "summary": "Therapies using an electric current for brain stimulation are not new, but marketing devices for home use is a relatively recent phenomenon. While claims include better energy, focus, mood and more, current evidence doesn't support this and the FDA hasn't cleared these devices.",
            "date_published": "2023-03-03T06:30:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-03-03T06:30:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13618/conversions/c620f9c4-8401-44dc-97c2-0f844c1e95f5-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Mind & Mood","Memory" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-happens-when-a-drug-goes-viral-202302212892",
            "title": "What happens when a drug goes viral?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-happens-when-a-drug-goes-viral-202302212892",
            "content_html": "After celebrities touted its weight loss benefits, high demand put the diabetes medication Ozempic in short supply. Learn more about what this means for people with diabetes.",
            "summary": "After celebrities touted its weight loss benefits, high demand put the diabetes medication Ozempic in short supply. Learn more about what this means for people with diabetes.",
            "date_published": "2023-02-21T10:30:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-02-21T10:30:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13607/conversions/71b82aeb-939e-417b-a2ec-9195126baf9e-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Diseases & Conditions","Diabetes and metabolic health","Healthcare Disparities","Medications and treatments" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/does-inflammation-contribute-to-infertility-202302102888",
            "title": "Does inflammation contribute to infertility?",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/does-inflammation-contribute-to-infertility-202302102888",
            "content_html": "Infertility affects millions of people worldwide. Chronic inflammation has been linked to many health conditions and some research suggests it might be a contributing factor for some cases of infertility. And if true, would an anti-inflammatory diet or lifestyle boost fertility?",
            "summary": "Infertility affects millions of people worldwide. Chronic inflammation has been linked to many health conditions and some research suggests it might be a contributing factor for some cases of infertility. And if true, would an anti-inflammatory diet or lifestyle boost fertility?",
            "date_published": "2023-02-10T00:00:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-02-10T00:00:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13544/conversions/47a9ec38-8258-4813-91ac-86bbefd03789-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Women's Health","Inflammation","Men's Health" ]
        },
        {
            "id": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/rating-the-drugs-in-drug-ads-202301312883",
            "title": "Rating the drugs in drug ads",
            "url": "https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/rating-the-drugs-in-drug-ads-202301312883",
            "content_html": "Drug ads appear everywhere in the US, but how do highly promoted new medications stack up against other available treatments? Aside from cost –– including billions spent on marketing –– there may also be health implications.",
            "summary": "Drug ads appear everywhere in the US, but how do highly promoted new medications stack up against other available treatments? Aside from cost –– including billions spent on marketing –– there may also be health implications.",
            "date_published": "2023-01-31T10:30:00-05:00",
            "date_modified": "2023-01-31T10:30:00-05:00",
                        "authors": [                { "name": "Robert H. Shmerling, MD" }            ],
                        "image": "https://domf5oio6qrcr.cloudfront.net/medialibrary/13510/conversions/1f532be3-82fc-4d23-89b8-f6b9940c9661-thumb.jpg",

            "tags": [ "Healthy aging and longevity","Medications and treatments" ]
        }        
    ]
}