Honor Whiteman

Whether parents should bed-share with their infants is a controversial subject in the US. In this spotlight, we look at the risks and benefits associated with the practice.

Researchers reveal how two drugs used to treat malaria, called chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, could help in the fight against cancer.

One-third of the US adult population is obese. Because of this, bariatric surgery is more popular than ever. But are the risks linked to weight loss surgery being ignored?

In this month’s Letter, Editorial Director Honor Whiteman covers disparities in access to mental healthcare among Black, Indigenous, and people of color.

Childhood obesity has soared in the past 3 decades, meaning more children are at risk of obesity-related illnesses. But is the condition still overlooked? We investigate.