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Doctor with stethoscope listens to a woman's pregnant belly

Valerie Kalfrin

Pregnancy-Related Heart Attacks Are On The Rise

More women ages 30 and older are experiencing pregnancy-related heart attacks, especially during the postpartum period, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Jorie Mark

Why Pessimists Aren't Getting Enough Sleep, According To New Study

'Well, someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning!' We've all heard this before, or remarked it to a grumpy, cereal-bowl-slamming roommate, partner, or other cohabitant. As it turns out, there is an actual link between a sour disposition and lack of sleep.

Jorie Mark

Why You Should Wear A Mask Even If You're 6 Feet Away

Wearing a face mask when you're in a crowd is a no-brainer, but what if you're able to distance by 6 feet? Masking is still important even then: Here's why.

Valerie Kalfrin

Study Shines Light On Why People Use CBD

A new study of cannabidiol (or CBD) use among online users shines light on just what conditions send people searching for CBD as a home remedy.

Woman kisses baby drinking from plastic bottle

Karen Veazey

Babies Are Getting An Alarming Amount Of Microplastics From Bottles

When taking care of a baby, you do everything possible to ensure good health.

Gabrielle Gayagoy Gonzalez

If You Have A Peloton Exercise Bike, You'll Want To Read This

If you were ahead of the curve on what The New York Times called the Peloton panic-buying trend, or if you bought one secondhand, it's time to take a good look at your clip-in pedals — they may be subject to a recall.

Maria Scinto

Are The Risks Of Schools Staying Closed Higher Than Schools Opening Up?

As COVID rates spike in many parts of the nation, school systems continue transitioning from online back to in-person learning. While this action may, at first, seem pretty questionable, upon reflection, the issue is far more complicated.

Jorie Mark

Face Masks Are Helping People Manage Their Anxiety. Here's Why

Take people who have social anxiety, which is the fear of being judged negatively by other people. A Polish study of how wearing face masks impacted individuals with this disorder revealed that the use of these simple cloth coverings reduced their anxiety levels.

Maria Scinto

The Important Benefit Being Social Has On Older Adults

Science has shown, time and again, that what really benefits older adults (and younger ones, too) is maintaining some sort of social connection. As it turns out, staying social can have a benefit you never knew about.

Karen Veazey

The Seasonal Fruit You're Not Eating But Should

Advice from the medical community has long told us that, for our best health, we should eat a colorful diet. There's one fruit that fits that bill and is packed full of nutritional goodness that you may be missing — and it's in season right now.

Valerie Kalfrin

This Is What You Need In Your Medicine Cabinet Before Winter

With cold and flu season approaching, it's a good time to restock your home medicine cabinet with pain relievers, cough medicines, and cold aids to avoid running low when you're not feeling well, medical experts say.

Jorie Mark

The Percentage Of Americans Dealing With Anxiety Right Now Is Higher Than You Think

If the chaotic state of existence otherwise known as '2020' is stressing you out, you're certainly not alone. In fact, one in three Americans is experiencing anxiety, and a total of 40 percent of the U.S. population has suffered from mental health struggles.

Maria Scinto

The FDA Just Changed Its Guidelines On NSAIDs And Pregnancy

Pregnancy can be a real headache, all right — quite literally, since headaches, as well as other bodily aches and pains, are a symptom experienced by many expectant moms. Unfortunately, you can't always cure said headache just by reaching for your trusty bottle of ibuprofen.

Maria Scinto

The Surprising Connection Between Elections And Heart Attacks

Well, you might not be too thrilled to hear it, but if you've come to dread election season, medical science has found some hard facts to back up your fears. It seems that the more stressed out the election is making you feel, the more danger you're in of suffering dangerous health consequences.

Karen Veazey

Read This If You've Recently Bought Cottonelle Wipes

If you've purchased any disposable wipes, particularly the flushable kind, you'll want to check your cabinets right away.

Maria Scinto

How Restrictive Reproductive Health Policies Can Impact Babies' Health

A study showed that women receive better health care in states classified as 'less restrictive' regarding reproductive healthcare access, and that those women gave birth to healthier babies who were likely to be at a lower risk of complications such as breathing difficulties and infection.

Valerie Kalfrin

A Surprising Benefit Of Having Acupuncture Before Surgery

Even if you're not fond of needles, trying acupuncture before surgery can significantly reduce your pain afterward, according to a new study presented before the American Society of Anesthesiologists in Chicago, Illinois.

Valerie Kalfrin

The Real Reason Your Allergies Are So Much Worse This Fall

We can point a finger at the coronavirus for a lot of changes in our daily lives. But if your eyes have felt inflamed for weeks and you're more congested than usual this fall, climate change is the real culprit, allergy specialists say.

Maria Scinto

The Real Reason You Should Drink More Water As You Age

While you may not need to drink eight glasses of plain water every day, you do know (well, you should know!) the importance of staying well-hydrated.

Maria Scinto

How Your Quarantine Hobby May Be Benefiting Your Health

What was the quarantine hobby that helped get you through the darkest of days when it seemed like we'd never get outside our own four walls again?

Valerie Kalfrin

This Is How Much More Alcohol Americans Are Drinking During The Pandemic

American adults are drinking more during the coronavirus pandemic, with women and people ages 30 to 59, in particular, consuming more alcoholic beverages.

Jorie Mark

Why Women Are More Likely To Die In The Hospital After A Heart Attack

Dying because of a heart attack is much less common than it used to be in the 1970s and 1980s. ut according to a recent report, of the people who do die from this condition, a disproportionate number are women.

Gabrielle Gayagoy Gonzalez

Why You Should Add Breadfruit To Your Diet

Packed with vitamin C, potassium, iron, and calcium, a little over 6 ounces of cooked breadfruit meets almost 57 percent of daily fiber requirements.

Valerie Kalfrin

The Unexpected Workout Everyone's Trying During Quarantine

If you want to exercise outdoors but still maintain a socially safe distance because of COVID-19, get ready to roll. More people are strapping on in-line skates and roller skates long thought to be a tired fad of decades past.

Maria Scinto

What You Need To Know About The Thyroid Medication Recall

If you are taking a type of thyroid medication called NP Thyroid, made by Acella Pharmaceutical, you need to be aware that the manufacturer is recalling one lot each of both the 15 mg and 120 mg versions of this drug.

Gabrielle Gayagoy Gonzalez

The Unexpected Effect Poor Sleeping Habits Can Have On Your Health

If your bed has morphed into your part-time office as a result of the pandemic, it may be time to relocate to a quiet corner — turns out, good sleep hygiene is a must for keeping our weight in check.

Maria Scinto

Certain 'Quit Smoking' Apps Work Better Than Others. Here's Why

There are apps that can address a number of issues, including helping you with your mental health or your weight loss goals — and even assisting you to kick the smoking habit. Some of these, though, work better than others. Why is that?