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Just in time for Dinosaur Day June 1, Stacker looks at the states with the most dinosaur fossils with help from the Paleobiology Database. Seven states have no fossils to be found, while only two have more than 1,000.

Stacker outlined what 100% renewable energy could look like across the U.S. by 2050, citing projections from Stanford and The Solutions Project.

HealthMatch finds that although breast and cervical cancer screenings are the most effective tools for early detection, the U.S. needs to address gaps that discourage preventative screening. 

Zinnia Health looked at the connection between mental illness and substance use disorder, citing early 2020 data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and academic studies.

Study.com reports that the U.S health care system will experience significant changes as it adapts to keep nurses that can meet the needs of an aging population.

In honor of World Space Week, Stacker has compiled a list of key astronomy and astrophysics terms that are out of this world!

CPR can be a lifesaver in a medical emergency. ACLS Medical Training looked at research from BioMed Central and other sources such as the American Heart Association to determine which factors affect survival after CPR.

Are you over age 45? Guava Health outlines how frequently you should be screened for 10 health conditions and diseases, citing research from the Preventative Health Task Force, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and medical journals.

Inspired by a list of green jobs in Data for Progress’ report, Stacker explains which occupations are on the front line against climate emergency.

Guava Health compiled a list of important medical information to have prepared in case of an emergency.

Composting is an easy way to help your garden and the environment. Pela compiled 10 steps to help people start composting at home.

Citing data from SAMHSA, Zinnia Health identified the most commonly misused prescription drugs in the United States.

The American Cancer Society predicts 1,918,030 new cancer cases in the U.S. in 2022 and 609,360 cancer deaths. Using data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Stacker averaged the annual number of new cancer cases per 100,000 people in 2000 and in 2018 (the most recent year for comprehensive data) to determine the increasing trend of certain types of the disease.

Think rates of heart disease are the same across the United States? ACLS Medical Training breaks down the more complicated truth with a look at rates of heart disease across each state.