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Sports Doc Sex Abuse Probe; Corpse in Hospital Catering Oven; Herpes Vax Flop

Health news and commentary gathered by ڴŮ staff

Sep 12, 2024
Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.
Is Football Safe for Kids?

At least seven kids have died while playing football so far this year

Sep 10, 2024
A photo of a player flying through the air during a high school football game.
Deadline Nears for Appeals in Doping Exoneration of U.S. Open Champion Jannik Sinner

An appeal could jeopardize his U.S. Open title

Sep 09, 2024
A photo of Jannik Sinner holding the trophy after the U.S. Open tennis championships.
Spray That Caused No. 1 Men's Tennis Player's Failed Drug Tests Has 'DOPING' Warning

The medication is available for cuts and scrapes without a prescription in Italy

Sep 06, 2024
A photo of box of Trofodermin
Opinion
How Docs Can Volunteer for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles

Team USA's chief medical officer also discusses what he learned in Paris to prepare for next time

Aug 30, 2024
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Tennis Players at U.S. Open Say Their Mental and Physical Health Are Ignored

Athletes blame new rules, more tournaments, and an offseason that is too short

Aug 29, 2024
 A photo of Iga Swiatek returning a shot to Kamilla Rakhimova in the U.S. Open tennis championships.
Opinion
Medical Needs of Paralympic vs Olympic Athletes

The chief medical officer of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee discusses the differences

Aug 27, 2024
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Opinion
What It's Like Providing Care for Mental Health at the Olympics

Jessica Bartley, PsyD, talks about her approach to keeping Olympians mentally fit

Aug 18, 2024
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Opinion
Life as an Olympic Doctor

An orthopedic surgeon on the best thing she's ever done and how you can get involved

Aug 16, 2024
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FDA Warns Against Smelling Salts

Agency says products are being used as energy boosters

Aug 12, 2024
A photo of Skull Smash ammonia inhalant products.
Olympic Athletes Fall Ill After Swim in the Seine: Is Water Quality to Blame?

Infectious disease expert cautions against drawing conclusions from anecdotes

Aug 05, 2024
 A photo of competitors swimming in the Seine river during the women’s triathlon event.
Doctor Reacts to Olympic Injuries

Torn ligaments, dislocated elbows, and more

Aug 01, 2024
The YouTube thumbnail with Mikhail Varshavski, DO, a photo of an Olympic diver hitting his head, and the words SKULL DAMAGE?
Meet the Doctor Behind Team USA Swimming

A Q&A ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris

Jul 25, 2024
 A photo of the USA Swimming team.
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