Food as Medicine
Grady Hospital's Food as Medicine program is one of two initiatives supported by the Emory Urban Health Initiative. Treating patients with healthy foods is a growing movement across the country.
Fall 2019
Stories
High Time for Ticks
Tick-borne diseases, from Lyme to alpha-gal, are on the rise: What can you do to avoid these tiny bloodsuckers and their assortment of pathogens.
A Life Consumed by Sleep
Sleep scientists have argued about the origin and mechanisms of idiopathic hypersomnia, and whether it is one, two, or many entities. Now Emory researchers have an idea for how to redraw the map of I.H.
Ginger's Genius
Ginger has a distinctive hot, pungent aroma and flavor that is essential to many modern and traditional dishes, such as curry and chutney. It also has many medicinal properties.
Avoiding Measles Here and Abroad
Measles is considered one of the most contagious and preventable diseases. And yet, despite a safe and effective vaccine, about 10 million people worldwide get measles each year.
Pregnancy Behind Bars
Pregnant women in prison are often isolated and scared. Their babies will be taken away shortly after birth. This nurse has made it her mission to empower them.