U.S. School Shootings Have Risen 12-fold Since 1970
During the past half-century, the United States’ annual number of school shootings has increased more than twelvefold, a new study finds. What’s more, children are…
Read onDuring the past half-century, the United States’ annual number of school shootings has increased more than twelvefold, a new study finds. What’s more, children are…
Read onAmbien, Lunesta, Sonata: Millions of bleary-eyed Americans turn to this class of so-called “Z-drugs” to get restful sleep. But how do these drugs work, and…
Read onAs more Americans pop over-the-counter melatonin to help them sleep, their young children are increasingly showing up in ERs after accidentally ingesting the supplements. A…
Read onAthletes whose coaches are open, authentic and positive are more likely to have better mental health, a new study says. Athletes feel happier and deal…
Read onEven a little physical activity can cut a person’s stroke risk compared to being a complete couch potato, a new review shows. Folks whose physical…
Read onPut down that donut and lay off the pasta: New research finds you’re less sexy after gorging on refined carbs. French researchers presented heterosexual adults…
Read onWeight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic can increase a person’s risk of throwing up during surgery while under anesthesia, a new study reports. People are…
Read onThe more steps a person can fit into their day, the lower their risk of early death and heart disease, regardless of how much a…
Read onA vaginal ring that emits the antiviral dapivirine has passed safety trials and could shield vulnerable women against HIV infection during pregnancy, a new trial…
Read onThere’s more evidence bolstering the health effects of both breastfeeding and the COVID booster shot: Vaccinated, breastfeeding moms appear to pass COVID-fighting antibodies to their…
Read onSipping sodas – sugary or diet – seems to slightly increase a person’s risk of developing a potentially dangerous irregular heart rhythm, a new study…
Read onCertain drugs used to treat multiple sclerosis appear to be safe for babies if taken by breastfeeding moms, a new study finds. Breastfed babies whose…
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