One source of lead exposure in children may surprise you. It’s secondhand smoke, according to a Texas A&M University study. “Further research will likely paint…
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From receiving no response to cries for help to being verbally abused, 1 in 5 U.S. mothers say they were mistreated by a health care…
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When it comes to the array of different microorganisms found in the human gut, more is better: A more diverse microbiome is a healthier microbiome.…
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Women may soon have a vaccine they can take during a pregnancy to help protect their newborn from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), following U.S. Food…
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Misinformation about health and medicine is rampant in the United States, with far too many Americans being presented false claims and left wondering what to…
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Too much screen time can lead to developmental delays in babies, researchers say. When 1-year-olds viewed screens for more than four hours a day, they…
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People can help reduce their odds of developing atrial fibrillation or stroke through one piece of standard medical advice: stay fit. According to a new…
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When U.S. parents express their concerns about their school-aged children, social media use and the internet are at the top of the list. Mental health…
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Walkable neighborhoods — with sidewalks, parks and paths — encourage pregnant women to get more exercise, which leads to good outcomes for both mom and…
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Women who have larger breasts tend to exercise less or less intensely, according to a new study that suggests having breast reduction surgery could be…
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Helping a child who struggles with reading can be a rewarding experience. A nationally known expert offers some tips for parents who are trying to…
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Video games and social media are keeping school kids up at night, according to a new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).…
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