Women with multiple sclerosis temporarily get much better when pregnant, and researchers now think they know why. Pregnancy causes a downshift in a woman’s immune…
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Many studies have suggested that light drinking can do the heart some good, and now researchers think they have found one reason why: It helps…
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Drowning is the leading cause of death among children aged 1 to 4 years old in the United States, and too many older children continue…
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Extreme heat can be dangerous, but you can stay cool and safe this summer if you take the right precautions. The American Academy of Orthopaedic…
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If you’re among the millions of women who experience a vaginal yeast infection each year, you know that fast relief is a top priority. Here,…
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After many nights of tossing and turning, you might have more to worry about than just feeling exhausted and less sharp at work. Insomnia symptoms…
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Gymnasts make it look easy, but mastering those floor exercises and balance beam moves can take a toll on the brain. Researchers studying preseason and…
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Millions of stray cats roam the world over, and surgical sterilization has long been the primary method of population control. But a small new study…
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Could breastfeeding lay the groundwork for good grades in high school? That’s what the findings of a new British study suggest, although the differences were…
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Women who use estrogen to ease menopause symptoms may see their blood pressure rise — but the way they take the hormone may determine that,…
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When people regained weight after obesity surgery, it wasn’t entirely clear what to do next. Now, it appears the weight-loss medications Wegovy and Saxenda can…
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Summer is here and so, too, is swimming season. As fun as a pool can be, it’s also a major safety risk if you don’t…
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