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Millions of US children have parents with substance use disorder, and the consequences are staggering − new research
About 1 in 4 U.S. children – nearly 19 million – have at least one parent with substance use disorder....
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Before the bump: Can pre-pregnancy planning affect child development?
Anticipating the conception of a child can be accompanied by a lot of uncertainty about how to plan for pregnancy...
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There’s no evidence work requirements for Medicaid recipients will boost employment, but they are a key piece of Republican spending bill
Republicans in the U.S. Senate are sparring over their version of the multitrillion-dollar budget and immigration bill the House of...
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More Colorado workplaces are becoming safe places for employees in recovery
At Odie B’s, a sandwich shop in Denver, recovery from drug and alcohol use is part of daily operations. “Seventy...
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RFK Jr. says annual COVID-19 shots no longer advised for healthy children and pregnant women – a public health expert explains the new guidance
On May 27, 2025, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the Centers for Disease Control...
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Billy Joel has excess fluid in his brain – a neurologist explains what happens when this protective liquid gets out of balance
Cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF, is a clear, colorless liquid that plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and function...
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Chronic stress contributes to cognitive decline and dementia risk – 2 healthy-aging experts explain what you can do about it
The probability of any American having dementia in their lifetime may be far greater than previously thought. For instance, a...
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A common parasite can decapitate human sperm − with implications for male fertility
Male fertility rates have been plummeting over the past half-century. An analysis from 1992 noted a steady decrease in sperm...
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Anti-trans measures don’t just target transgender men and women – a sociologist explains how ‘male’ or ‘female’ categories miss the mark for nonbinary Americans
Since his inauguration in January 2025, President Donald Trump has issued several executive orders that seek to limit federal recognition...
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Can a Bad Diet Cause Hair Loss?
If you’re losing more hair than usual, your diet could be playing a big role. A poor diet, missing key...
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