The contraceptive pill also affects the brain and the regulation of emotions
Like natural hormones, known as endogenous hormones, the artificial hormones contained in the pill, known as exogenous hormones, can have...
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Sport and physical activity alone can’t tackle health inequities in Indigenous communities
While there are many benefits to sports participation, overstating those benefits can obscure systemic issues. (Shutterstock)Organized sport is often positioned...
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Treatment can do more harm than good for prostate cancer − why active surveillance may be a better option for some
A cancer diagnosis is serious, but immediately starting treatment sometimes isn't the best course of action. ljubaphoto/E+ via Getty ImagesAlthough...
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A TikTok ‘expert’ says you have post-traumatic stress disorder − but do you? A trauma psychiatrist explains what PTSD really is and how to seek help
Some social media posts about PTSD mislead rather than inform. Tarik Vision/iStock via Getty Images PlusAmong the many emerging trends...
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Think wine is a virtue, not a vice? Nutrition label information surprised many US consumers
Decisions, decisions. d3sign/Getty ImagesWhen you reach for that bottle of wine this Valentine’s Day, do you know how healthy it...
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Untrained bystanders can administer drone-delivered naloxone, potentially saving lives of opioid overdose victims
Drone deliveries would be particularly effective in places where emergency responders can't respond quickly. Vincent Walter/Purdue University, CC BY-NC-NDAn onlooker...
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Undergoing cataract surgery when it’s not necessary? Some do it to improve their eyesight, but it’s not without risk
For some years now, it has been possible to have surgery to replace the crystalline lens, the natural lens of...
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Excessive social media use during the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated adolescent mental health challenges
Research shows a strong link between screen time and mental health concerns, including anxiety and depression. (Shutterstock)How does time spent...
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What’s the best diet for healthy sleep? A nutritional epidemiologist explains what food choices will help you get more restful z’s
A balanced diet is one key factor in getting a restful night's sleep. SimpleImages/Moment via Getty ImagesYou probably already know...
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Your body already has a built-in weight loss system that works like Wegovy, Ozempic and Mounjaro – food and your gut microbiome
Weight loss pills aren't a replacement for a healthy diet and lifestyle. JW LTD/Stone via Getty ImagesWegovy, Ozempic and Mounjaro...
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