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Some men struggle to cope with the stress of a relationship breakdown.
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Mattel’s new Barbie comes equipped with an insulin pump and wears a continuous glucose monitor on her arm.
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These Ayurvedic ingredients may support digestion, diabetes and hormones - but they’re not without risks.
The U.S. has nearly 1 million oil and natural gas wells. Some, like the one here in Commerce City, Colo., are within a few thousand feet of schools and neighborhoods.
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As overall cancer rates in the US decline, childhood acute lymphocytic leukemia continues to rise.
Tenants who complain to landlords about housing conditions can risk eviction.
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If housing violations arise, it’s on tenants to defend their rights. It’s a system that may not be effective at preventing poor health.
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Who gets to sleep, and for how long, is a complex mix of biology, psychology and society. Here’s what we know so far.
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While things sometimes go wrong during childbirth, the majority of women who give birth in Australia do so safely.
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Mental health is not just connected to what’s inside our head. The environment around us can play a part – either supporting wellbeing or driving a decline.
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Four in ten people live with astigmatism, which can cause blurred vision and eye strain. Here’s what you need to know.
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Bacteria are lurking on your sponge, your pet’s toys and your tea towels. Here’s what the research says - and how to protect yourself.
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The measles vaccine may do more than we thought – and the growing number of outbreaks makes ensuring you’re protected ever more urgent.
Patients are more likely to trust their healthcare providers if they feel they are being treated with respect.
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How practitioners listen and communicate helps shape patient experiences in healthcare systems.
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The reality of drone-assisted health care may be closer than we think.
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Some autistic people walk on the balls of their feet, or take more time to complete each step.
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The Therapeutic Goods Administration is recommending extra safeguards for two ingredients and a sunscreen ingredient by-product.
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Is the taurine in your energy drink a performance booster – or a hidden risk?
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But today it’s rare – and can be effectively treated with antibiotics.
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The dose and quality of over-the-counter products can vary significantly. But there is some evidence several supplements may help with mild to moderate depression.
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Although an elevated PSA measurement can indicate prostate cancer, there can be other reasons for elevated levels.
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Food is more than nutrition, it can be a form of medicine rooted in ritual, comfort and care.