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Northeast Ohio’s aging population is getting lonelier. Fun and games can helpideastream: Eva Kahana, a sociology professor at the College of Arts and Sciences, said loneliness in older adults often stems from weakened social ties over time, and forming new friendships becomes harder with age—making…

A look at gas prices around the worldU.S. News & World Report: Jonathan Ernest, assistant professor of economics at Weatherhead School of Management, said global gas prices largely reflect supply and demand: oil-producing regions often have abundant supply, low demand and few taxes, keeping…

Global tensions push gas prices higher in OhioSpectrum News: Jonathan Ernest, assistant professor of economics at Weatherhead School of Management, said geopolitical tensions—such as developments involving Iran—can disrupt oil supply and quickly push gas prices higher. He noted prices often rise…

The food storage mistake that's spoiling your food fasterYahoo Life: Shanina Knighton, adjunct associate professor at Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, warned that sealing food in damp containers can promote bacterial growth. Trapped moisture acts as a “vehicle” for bacteria, she said,…

The missing pieces of menopause scienceNature: Rachel Pope, associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the School of Medicine, explained how the the long-term effects of starting menopausal hormone therapy in perimenopause remain understudied. “I can tell you these treatments are helping…

Selecting college can be overwhelming, but need not beCleveland Jewish News: Bob McCullough, interim vice president for enrollment and dean of undergraduate admission, offered guidance to high school students and their parents on the often-stressful process of choosing a university that's a good…

Missed period: Is it perimenopause or something else? Everyday Health: When missed periods occur alongside symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, poor sleep, or mood changes, perimenopause is often the more likely explanation, said Rachel Pope, associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology

What happens to your blood sugar when you drink egg coffeeVerywell Health: Lindsay Malone, clinical dietitian and nutrition instructor, talked about the nutritional benefits of adding egg yolk to your coffee. “An egg yolk adds high-quality protein, healthy fats, choline, vitamin A, and small…

The Filet-O-Fish snafu that ended in murder at a McDonald'sA&E: Daniel Flannery, director of the Begun Center for Violence Prevention Research and Education at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, discussed a dispute over a missing Filet-O-Fish that escalated…

The honest conversation about antidepressants I wish my psychiatrist had with meVox: Awais Aftab, clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at the School of Medicine, said long-term antidepressant use raises real tradeoffs and uncertainty for patients. He noted physical dependence and withdrawal…