https://www.medboundtimes.com/usa/louisiana-surgeon-general-griffin-public-health-transformation https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-24/2hqx253o/mOW-CKw.webp Evelyn Griffin, Louisiana’s surgeon general, testifies at the state Capitol in May about a bill to prohibit businesses and schools from mandating new vaccines or other medical interventions. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-24/l53d2t1f/8wl4ZQnA__1_.webp Jay Luneau (top center), a Democrat in Louisiana’s Senate, questions Griffin in May about a bill to prohibit businesses and schools from mandating new vaccines or other medical interventions. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-24/f2pza1m5/u9L0_V0w__1_.webp Tony Spell, the pastor at Life Tabernacle Church in Baton Rouge, is friends with Griffin and her husband. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-24/wtpdsnnh/7jJJ2TXQ__1_.webp Griffin and her deputy, Sean Troxclair (right), attend a women’s wellness event at the Louisiana Capitol in May. Medbound Times en 2026-08-24T09:40:00.000Z How Louisiana’s New Surgeon General Wants To Transform Public Health surgeon, public health, Evelyn Griffin, Louisiana surgeon general, Louisiana public health, COVID-19 vaccines, vaccine policy, vaccine mandates, school immunization, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., vaccine skepticism https://www.medboundtimes.com/dentistry/knocked-out-tooth-first-aid-steps-and-dental-management https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-21/c8h6r2c4/GeminiGeneratedImageicsm9zicsm9zicsm.webp When, due to any reason, mostly dentoalveolar trauma, a tooth is completely displaced out of its socket in the oral cavity, it is called an avulsed tooth. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-24/g9bihu0k/GeminiGeneratedImagew1mki6w1mki6w1mk.webp Tooth avulsion is more frequent in young permanent teeth because roots and their supporting periodontium are still in the developing stage. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-21/f0z0bajm/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-21-2026-120348-PM.webp Children experience falls every now and then while playing at home, school, or on the playground. This may be one reason why they are at higher risk of tooth avulsion. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-24/m1nkp1mu/GeminiGeneratedImagey4uw42y4uw42y4uw.webp During the first 30 minutes, the periodontal ligament cells (which connect the tooth root to the alveolar bone in its socket) remain viable and there is a high chance a tooth can be saved by repositioning. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-21/jg7whqvn/GeminiGeneratedImagerdzprqrdzprqrdzp.webp If the patient comes with the stored tooth, the dentist will replant it in the socket and splint it to the adjacent tooth for stabilization. Medbound Times en 2026-08-24T09:14:01.454Z Knocked Out a Tooth? First Aid Steps for the First 30 Minutes and What to Do Next traumatic injury, Dental emergency, injury https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/can-stress-cause-addiction https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-24/7men5hyv/pexels-gustavo-fring-5163390-1.webp Prolonged stress can affect how people use alcohol and other drugs. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-24/bdzusqxr/pexels_mart_production_7277899__1_.webp Stressful periods and occasional substance use do not always mean addiction. The concern begins when substances become a regular way to cope. Medbound Times en 2026-08-24T07:40:00.000Z Can Stress Increase Your Risk of Addiction? What to Know stress, addiction, chronic stress, substance use, alcohol use, drug use, stress and addiction, substance use disorder, addiction risk, stress management, coping with stress https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/women-sports-injuries-risk-factors https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/x8gqgrdk/pexels-anastasia-shuraeva-9517936-1.webp Women may face a higher risk of certain sports injuries due to differences in anatomy and muscle strength. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/lwxvgf81/pexels_mart_production_8032832_1.webp Adjusting workout routines can help support recovery and reduce strain during exercise. Medbound Times en 2026-08-24T06:40:00.000Z Why Are Women More Prone to Sports Injuries? women, Injuries, women sports injuries, sports injuries in women, female athletes, hip injuries, knee injuries, ACL injuries, Pilates, women fitness https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/glp-1-opioid-use-disorder-vanderbilt-health https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/ky6sqofb/pexels-towfiqu-barbhuiya-3440682-14513407.webp GLP-1 receptor agonists are being studied for their potential role in treating multiple health conditions. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/5qygttll/pexels_n_voitkevich_8965146__1_.webp Vanderbilt Health is studying tirzepatide alongside buprenorphine to explore its potential role in preventing opioid relapse. Medbound Times en 2026-08-24T05:30:00.000Z Could GLP-1s help treat opioid use disorder? Vanderbilt Health study now enrolling GLP-1, Opioid Addiction, disorder, GLP-1 receptor agonists, opioid use disorder, buprenorphine, tirzepatide, OUD treatment, Vanderbilt Health, type 2 diabetes, addiction treatment, weight management, opioid relapse prevention https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/hospital-study-traditional-chinese-medicine-use-during-ivf-pregnancy https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/41byso43/99076304309829-1.webp A new study explores the use of Whole Systems Traditional Chinese Medicine during IVF and fertility care. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/i6i9f6rh/senior_medic_checking_iv_drip_bag_explaining_caesarean_surgery_pregnant_woman_hospital_ward_woman_wi.webp IVF patients are increasingly exploring integrative therapies to support well-being and pregnancy. Medbound Times en 2026-08-24T03:30:00.000Z New Study from University Hospitals Identifies Who is Most Likely to Use Whole Systems Traditional Chinese Medicine During IVF IVF, pregnancy, Whole Systems Traditional Chinese Medicine, WS-TCM, acupuncture, integrative fertility care, lifestyle medicine, fertility treatment, frozen embryo transfer, reproductive health https://www.medboundtimes.com/usa/hodgkin-lymphoma-survivors-death-risk-american-adults https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/fe0o8i25/pexels-anntarazevich-8428412-1.webp Hodgkin lymphoma survivors face higher long-term health risks, highlighting the need for lifelong care. Medbound Times en 2026-08-24T00:30:00.000Z Hodgkin Lymphoma Survivors Face Twice the Risk of Death Compared to Average American Adult lymphoma, death, Hodgkin lymphoma, lymphoma survivors, long-term health risks, cancer survivorship, lymphoma research, survivorship care, survivors https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/hopkins-children-study-reduces-unnecessary-infection-testing https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/0zccwock/pexels-shvetsa-4483340-2-1.webp Researchers are exploring safer ways to test children on ventilators for bacterial infections while reducing unnecessary respiratory cultures. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/ea66htra/pexels_rdne_6129679__1_.webp The follow-up study analyzed PICU data from 14 additional U.S. health systems between 2019 and 2023. Medbound Times en 2026-08-23T21:00:00.000Z Johns Hopkins Children’s Center Study Shows Decision Support Guidelines Safely Reduce Unnecessary Testing for Very Sick Children children, infection, endotracheal aspirate culture, EAC, pediatric intensive care, PICU, respiratory infection, mechanical ventilation, antibiotic use, respiratory cultures https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/head-injury-self-driving-vehicles https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/byq808qg/pexels-cicosvk-38540517-1.webp Self-driving cars free your hands but taking the wheel may be harder with a history of head injuries, new Binghamton study finds. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/8acolkcx/pexels_ron_lach_8972144__1_.webp Hockey players succeeded in takeovers only 81% of the time vs. 93% for others — and held control for less time. Medbound Times en 2026-08-23T17:30:00.000Z History of Head Injury Could Affect Your Ability to Use Self-Driving Vehicles Head Injury, self-driving vehicles, autonomous vehicles, head injuries, brain injuries, driving ability, vehicle control, driver safety, head trauma, Binghamton University https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/sleep-snoring-palatable-solutions https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/po27xw3r/portrait-woman-blocking-ears-with-man-sleeping-snoring-bed-1.webp Anyone who’s shared a bed with a loud snorer knows the toll it takes — yet most research still targets sleep apnea, not everyday snoring. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/r5enim7j/side_view_head_structures__1_.webp Reducing soft palate vibration may help address Medbound Times en 2026-08-23T14:30:00.000Z Making Snoring a Bit More Palatable SLEEP, snoring, loud snoring, snoring remedies, snoring treatment, sleep disorders, sleep apnea, causes of snoring, sleep health, snoring prevention, sleep problems https://www.medboundtimes.com/usa/clinical-trial-hurdles-patients-face https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/6wt2f0db/medic-gives-bad-concerning-diagnosis-elderly-patient-checkup-1-2.webp Finding a clinical trial can be difficult, with patients facing location, time, and financial barriers. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/5ajxe414/healthcare_professional_uses_oximeter_measure_oxygen_levels__1___1_.webp Clinical trial sponsors cover trial-related costs, while insurance may cover routine patient care. Medbound Times en 2026-08-23T11:55:48.574Z You Want To Join a Clinical Trial. Here’s What To Know About the Hurdles clinical trial, patient, clinical trial participation, clinical trial access, clinical trial barriers, patient participation, clinical trial recruitment, clinical trial eligibility, healthcare research, clinical trial matching, medical research, clinical studies https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/child-home-alone-readiness-neuroscience-brain-development https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/z4dcl71u/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8121105-1.webp A child’s brain development and readiness may matter more than age when deciding if they can stay home alone safely. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/aokieoyf/pexels_rdne_8489618__1_.webp Readiness depends on a child’s skills, judgment, and ability to handle unexpected situations not just their age. Medbound Times en 2026-08-23T04:30:00.000Z When Can Your Child Stay Home Alone? Neuroscience Suggests We’re Asking the Wrong Question Neuroscience, brain, child home alone, child safety, children staying home alone, child development, developmental readiness, brain development, neuroscience and child safety, executive functioning https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/how-to-talk-about-eating-disorder-without-body-shaming https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/cexg25j1/pexels-a-darmel-6643726-1.webp Noticing warning signs of an eating disorder can be difficult. Compassionate conversations may offer support without adding to body-image concerns. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/a1fjywmq/pexels_ron_lach_10676938__1_.webp Choose a private, calm setting for sensitive conversations so your loved one feels safe and heard. Medbound Times en 2026-08-23T01:30:00.000Z If You Think Someone Has an Eating Disorder, Should You Say Something? A Dietitian Explains How to Express Concern Without Body Shaming eating disorder, eating disorder signs, weight loss, body image, skipping meals, food concerns, mental health, eating disorder support, nutrition, dietitian, healthy body image https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/traumatic-memories-explained-by-psychologist https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/fyfmgtot/young-man-learning-virtual-classroom-1.webp Trauma can make memories fragmented or difficult to recall, leading to confusing or inconsistent accounts. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/tuk54qqs/pexels_mart_production_7699305__1_.webp Trauma-related behaviors and fragmented memories can be misunderstood, highlighting the need for informed and empathetic responses. Medbound Times en 2026-08-22T22:00:00.000Z Traumatic Memories Are Often Fragmented – A Psychologist Explains How and Why That Happens psychologist, memories, traumatic memories, trauma and memory, trauma survivors, fragmented memories, psychological trauma, traumatic experiences, memory distortion, trauma and behavior https://www.medboundtimes.com/diet-and-nutrition/babies-sugar-exposure-adult-cancer-risk https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/v3grh4aw/pexels-pavel-danilyuk-7653342-1.webp An overhead shot of various colorful candies scattered across a plain white surface. In the center, individual transparent cards spell out the word "SUGAR" in black capital letters. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/ib7s9b58/portrait_cafe_adult_pretty_brown_1.webp Early-life sugar restriction was linked to longer telomeres and slower biological ageing later in life. Medbound Times en 2026-08-22T18:30:00.000Z Babies Born Under Sugar Rationing Grew into Adults with Lower Cancer Risk cancer, sugar, early-life sugar exposure, sugar intake in childhood, childhood nutrition, early nutrition and health, sugar and cancer risk, sugar consumption, childhood diet, cancer risk https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/right-level-of-care-substance-use-disorders https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/16g2jadm/pexels-photo-9064323.webp Choosing the right level of care for substance use disorders starts with a thorough clinical assessment. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/fi789sly/pexels_shvets_production_7176298__1_.webp Every treatment plan starts with a conversation, not a checklist. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/ve026yhz/pexels_shkrabaanthony_7579120__1_.webp Treatment settings exist on a spectrum, from weekly outpatient visits to full-time residential care. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-22/h3jwmvvm/pexels_gustavo_fring_7447058__2_.webp Regular check-ins are increasingly part of how clinicians track progress. Medbound Times en 2026-08-22T17:13:55.382Z How Clinicians Determine the Right Level of Care for Substance Use Disorders disorder, right level of care for substance use disorders , substance use disorders, addiction treatment, outpatient treatment, level of care, clinical assessment, withdrawal risk, recovery support, substance use treatment https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/spraying-perfume-on-neck-health-thyroid-skin https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/dxdkc47g/pexels-ron-lach-8625562.webp A viral claim has raised questions about whether spraying perfume on the neck could affect thyroid health. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/rhktvxwp/pexels_shvetsa_5682756.webp Cosmetic safety rules require fragrances to be assessed for ingredients, concentration, intended use, and exposure. Medbound Times en 2026-08-22T15:30:00.000Z Is Spraying Perfume on Your Neck Bad for Your Health? health, Thyroid, perfume on neck, neck perfume, perfume health risks, fragrance exposure, perfume and thyroid, thyroid health, perfume chemicals, perfume skin risks https://www.medboundtimes.com/fitness-and-wellness/sauna-ice-baths-male-fertility-sperm-health https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/bf40rq47/pexels-nadezhda-moryak-8685350-1.webp Social media is fueling male fertility trends, but many popular sperm-boosting tips lack strong scientific evidence. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/wga1c3ds/pexels_nadezhda_moryak_7467102_1.webp Female fertility trends often focus on hormone balance and egg quality, but many online claims need stronger scientific evidence. Medbound Times en 2026-08-22T13:30:00.000Z Could Saunas and Ice Baths Affect Male Fertility? Here’s What the Evidence Says male, Fertility, male fertility, fertility optimization, male reproductive health, fertility trends, testosterone, male fertility tips, spermmaxxing, wellness trends https://www.medboundtimes.com/medicine/lipid-droplet-genes-liver-cancer-plin3-target https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/fn36ckie/pexels-anntarazevich-8016913-2-2.webp An image of wooden Scrabble tiles spelling out the words "LIVER" and "CANCER" in two rows against a textured, dark blue background. https://media.assettype.com/medbound/2026-08-20/eaivwyz3/24644918_Tiny_cartoon_doctors_examining_liver_of_patient.webp Medical researchers study liver disease through testing, diagnosis, and potential treatments. Medbound Times en 2026-08-22T11:00:00.000Z Lipid Droplet Gene Signatures Classify Liver Cancer and Identify PLIN3 as a Therapeutic Target liver cancer, Gene, hepatocellular carcinoma, HCC, liver cancer treatment, liver cancer prognosis, cancer immunotherapy, targeted cancer therapy, cancer biomarkers, precision medicine, liver tumor