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The human population has doubled in 48 years, and worsening climate change has left the world facing serious health risks,…
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Studies suggest that marijuana and CBD use might help relieve chronic pain while also reducing a patient’s need for opioids.
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Some states already allow pharmacists to provide birth control to patients with a prescription. But FDA approval of an over-the-counter…
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Tens of thousands of children have tested positive for respiratory syncytial virus in the last months in what is the largest…
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Don’t be confused by recent media reports – colonoscopies are still the best way to detect and prevent colon cancer.
Anxiety is the most common mental health issue facing children and adolescents. But research shows that early screening…
Rapid tests can be an incredibly useful tool for early detection of COVID-19. Unfortunately, they sometimes leave people…
There hasn’t been a new form of male birth control since the 1980s. More contraception options for all partners could…
The new money – featuring the visage of King Charles III – will start rolling out by December 2022.
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A new report has highlighted ‘systemic’ verbal, emotional and sexual abuse of women’s soccer players. Many feared…
The US currently has only one antibiotic available to treat gonorrhea – and it’s becoming less effective.
October is awash in seas of pink T-shirts, balloons and ribbons in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. But this messaging…