U.S. Teen Birth Rate Hits Another Historic Low

Births to teen moms in the United States reached a historic low in 2022, dropping 3% from the previous year, a new government report shows.…

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Nova Scotia Wildfires Sending Unhealthy ‘Smoke Plume’ to U.S. Northeast

Large, uncontrolled wildfires in Nova Scotia are creating unhealthy air in the Northeast region of the United States, including parts of Connecticut. This significant smoke…

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Long COVID Can Make It Tougher to Exercise, and Research Is Revealing Why

Lack of energy for exercise is a common problem for folks with so-called long COVID. New research pinpoints the most likely reason why: diminished capacity…

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Child Development Stages and Milestones: What to Expect

From their first smile to their first step to the first day of school, children go through a remarkable transformation on their way to adulthood.…

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Authoritative Parenting: What It Is, Techniques & Discipline

Children’s personalities and moods can be as diverse as the cosmos, so figuring out the best parenting style can be challenging. To help, experts here…

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HPV: What It Is, Symptoms in Men vs. Women & Treatment

Talking about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be uncomfortable. But whether you’re talking to your partner, child or doctor, these are important conversations to have.…

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ER-Based Pharmacies Could Improve Kids’ Care, Pediatricians’ Group Says

When parents rush their kids to an emergency room in the dead of night for an asthma attack or high fever, they are often discharged…

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There’s a Best Time of Day to Exercise for Folks With Type 2 Diabetes

If you’re one of the millions of folks living with type 2 diabetes, you know that regular exercise can help you keep your blood sugar…

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One Key to Good Sleep for Teens: No Social Media at Bedtime

Teens need their sleep, and a new study sheds light on one way to help them get it: Keep cellphones and screens out of the…

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Microplastics Are Harming the Guts of Seabirds — and Maybe Humans, Too

Microplastic pollution is altering the gut microbiomes of wild seabirds and that could be a warning sign for humans, researchers report. Scientists from McGill University…

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With Training, Soccer Headers Might Be Safe for Teen Players

Limited “heading” of a soccer ball in youth sports may not cause irreversible harm, as long as players are properly trained, a new study finds.…

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When Arthritis Strikes, Keep Moving

Your achy joints may suggest that you take it easy. Don’t listen to them, experts say. If it hurts when you get up from a…

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