One pregnancy may leave behind microscopic souvenirs that prepare a mom’s immune system for the next one, a new study suggests. Experts said the research,…
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Substance abuse and pregnancy may be a dangerous combination. New research finds that pregnant women with a history of substance abuse had a dramatically increased…
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Many a new mom knows that when her newborn cries, her milk releases. Now, animal research reveals a newly discovered brain circuit that may explain…
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The first over-the-counter birth control pill is slated to hit drug stores in early 2024, but questions about cost and insurance coverage loom. The U.S.…
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When it comes to staying trim, timing may be everything. That’s according to new research that found adults who routinely engaged in moderate-to-vigorous exercise early…
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A new review of clinical trials with an eye toward successful conception affirms that timing is key when trying to get pregnant. The review found…
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Before pouring another drink, consider this sobering new research: Heavy drinkers can develop fat around the heart, leading to heart failure and other cardiac problems.…
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Low-carb diets may be all the rage, but they’re not for kids with diabetes, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). In a new…
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Breast milk supplies many benefits for babies and their moms, and a new study highlights another one: Mother’s milk provides proteins that are important for…
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When some U.S. states made abortion illegal after the Supreme Court overturned the longstanding Roe v Wade in June 2022, women in those areas increased…
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Bolstering the notion that a strong body equals a strong mind, new research indicates that the more inactive seniors are, the higher their risk for…
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Young people who vape are more likely to experience chronic stress, though it isn’t clear whether it was the stress that brought on the vaping…
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