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Narrow-leaved kalmia is an invasive plant typical of boreal ecosystems. Its proliferation can hinder the reforestation of areas subject to...
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It is not just heat waves — climate change is also a crisis of disconnection
Political tribalism has severely hampered genuine action on climate change and developing more environmentally just practices and standards. (AP Photo/Robert...
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As the mental health crisis in children and teens worsens, the dire shortage of mental health providers is preventing young people from getting the help they need
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The orgasm gap and why women climax less than men
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Science experiments traditionally only used male mice – here’s why that’s a problem for women’s health
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Five old contraception methods that show why the pill was a medical breakthrough
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Canada’s welfare system is failing mothers with infants
Food insecurity can impact both a mother’s ability or decision to breastfeed, and also the ability to purchase baby formula....
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Running on empty: Female athletes’ health and performance at risk from not eating enough
When the energy consumed from food becomes insufficient to meet the demands of high physical activity levels, a state of...
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ACL injuries can lead to osteoarthritis later in life – here’s what you need to know
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Skin cancer screening guidelines can seem confusing – three skin cancer researchers explain when to consider getting checked
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