The Modern Dispatch

Public Health

2 articles

Split image showing the FDA building and a cloud of vape smoke with question marks, symbolizing the disconnect between regulation and public understanding.
Lifestyle

Synthetic Nicotine's FDA Oversight Is Set, But Public Health Messaging Lags.

In 2026, Marty Makary, then commissioner of the U.

Elise Marrow·June 9, 2026
Diverse individuals enjoying a brisk walk in a sunny park, demonstrating the accessibility and benefits of regular physical activity for heart health and longevity.
Lifestyle

Walking 150 Minutes Weekly for Heart Health and Longevity

People gain health benefits from as little as 60 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, according to the NHLBI .

Adrian Vale·June 4, 2026