Workplace exposure to pesticides may boost a person’s risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study finds. COPD is a group of lung…
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It’s crucial to keep preschoolers away from screens and other sources of light in the hour before bedtime if you want them to get a…
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Is your plastic water bottle widening your waistline? Could be. In a new study, Norwegian researchers said that chemicals in common plastic products like water…
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The hazards of drunken driving are well known, and a new research review shows that adding pot to the mix only makes matters worse. The…
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Tempted to take your workout into the great outdoors? Be aware that there are both benefits and risks to exercising outdoors during the winter. “There’s…
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That gas stove in your kitchen fires up quickly and cooks evenly. What’s not to love? A lot, as it turns out. The emissions from…
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Most parents have dealt with having to hurry a sleepy child out the door on a school morning, but experts say taking the time to…
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With a major winter storm bearing down on most of the U.S. Northeast, making a plan to keep your family warm and safe if power…
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Older people who live near or downwind of fracking sites have an increased risk of premature death, likely due to airborne contaminants from the sites,…
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A robot performed challenging keyhole surgery on pigs without any human help in what could be a major step toward fully automated surgery on people.…
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Belly fat is usually unwelcome, but new research suggests it may actually be good for something: relief from foot pain. A small pilot study suggests…
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It’s frightening to see your child have a fever-related (febrile) seizure, but researchers are learning more about who’s more susceptible. An international study has identified…
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