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‘For better sleep, how can I reduce nighttime bathroom trips?’: Ask a doctor
One in three Americans over 30 wake up at least twice each night to use the restroom, studies show. These frequent interruptions can wreak havoc on your sleep, but there are some practical ways to manage them.Dr. Hana Patel, resident…
Study: Gun laws banning large capacity magazines reduce school shooting deaths
For the eight U.S. states that adopted bans against large capacity magazines, the odds of a child being killed during a mass shooting dropped by 91%, according to new findings. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Laws that…
New treatment might ease symptoms of ulcerative colitis
An experimental monoclonal antibody treatment appears to ease the digestive disorder ulcerative colitis in patients who've failed other medications, a new trial shows. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News An experimental…
Drinking alcohol is linked to six types of cancer, experts say: ‘It’s toxic’
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Preterm births rising in United States
Over the past decade, rates of preterm birth in the United States jumped more than 10%, a new study of more than 5 million births shows. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Over the past decade, rates of preterm birth in the…
To improve your sleep, do this activity before bed, experts suggest
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Fertility treatments might increase heart defect risk in babies
Babies conceived through assisted reproductive technology are more likely to be born with a major heart defect, new research shows. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Babies conceived through assisted reproductive…
Dangerous practice ‘chroming’ featured in videos kids watch on social media
1 of 2 | Influenced by TikTok, young people are embracing recreational drugs that involve inhaling dangerous chemicals in nail polish remover, permanent markers and other household items. Photo by cottonbro studio/Pexels…
More than half of Americans with STDs were infected by cheating partners, survey finds
A new study has exposed the sexual health habits of some Americans. Researchers analyzed data from the U.S. Census Bureau to determine how and where Americans have been contracting and spreading STIs (sexually transmitted infections),…
VA weighs whether so-called forever chemicals have connection to kidney cancer
1 of 2 | If a scientific review indicates exposure to PFAS is connected to the onset of kidney cancer, veterans and their family members won't be required to prove military service caused the condition. Photo by…
The top 5 worries — and 5 worst sleep habits — that are keeping Americans up at night
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CDC to send $176 million to 48 partners to strengthen U.S. public health system
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday more than $176 million in funding is being provided to 48 public health partners to strengthen the U.S. public health system. File Photo by James Gathany/ Wikimedia Commons…
Amid Brett Favre’s Parkinson’s diagnosis, neurologist discusses how concussions impact risk
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New York resident dies from EEE; state declares virus ‘imminent public health threat’
"Mosquitoes, once a nuisance, are now a threat," New York’s state health commissioner declared Monday as the first person in the state to contract Eastern equine encephalitis since 2015 has died, the governor announced. Photo courtesy…
Green tea for fueling weight loss? Experts reveal the skinny truth
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Jill Biden: Pentagon to invest $500M annually into women’s health research
First lady Jill Biden announces that the Department of Defense has allocated $500 million for women's health annually. Screen capture courtesy of Clinton Global Initiative/YouTube First lady Jill Biden has announced that…
Testosterone therapy could help boost women’s sex drive as they age, but risks exist, experts…
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Men carry brunt of ‘loneliness epidemic’ amid heavy societal pressures
As men continue to redefine their roles within families and communities, it's important for society to create a space that acknowledges and embraces their vulnerabilities and full humanity in all social roles. Photo by Andrew…
Children once held hostage still working through trauma: ‘Are they coming for us again?’
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Endurance exercise can lower body fat, even without weight loss
Heavy-duty endurance exercise can cause body fat levels to drop without any accompanying weight loss, a new small-scale study indicates. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Heavy-duty endurance exercise can cause body fat…