Will Acupuncture Help You Recover Faster From Surgery? | Resiliency After Disaster – Why We Need To Prioritize Social Infrastructure

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Monday, October 6, 2025 - 28 minutes

Will Acupuncture Help You Recover Faster From Surgery?

• Many people assume their heart surgery will be the most nerve-wracking part of their treatment, but the reality is much different. Often, recovering from this procedure can become so stressful that patients can develop a heart rhythm disorder. Our experts discuss the ancient medicine practice that’s providing much-needed relief for these patients.

Resiliency After Disaster – Why We Need To Prioritize Social Infrastructure

• When a natural disaster strikes, the physical destruction is obvious, but the hidden toll on mental health often gets overlooked. NYU researcher Alexis Merdjanoff explains why disaster recovery plans leave communities unprepared, how timing is critical for mental health support, and how investing in strong social connections before tragedy hits can speed recovery.

Medical Notes: How Birth Control Is Changing Your Brain, The Sneaky Cause Of Air Pollution, And Are You Eating The Right Type Of Protein?

• Is birth control safe to use? You’d never guess this sneaky cause of air pollution. Is inflammation ever helpful? Are you eating the right type of protein?

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