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Women eat less meat than men. But should they?
Here’s how steak and burgers affect health.
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Can eating refined carbs make you appear less attractive? Yes, according to a new study.
A new study suggests eating refined carbs, such as pastries, affects attractiveness. Here's why.
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Can having siblings be harmful to your health? Here’s what studies show.
Having a sibling impacts your well-being in several ways. But do the pros outweigh the cons?
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Even a mild case of the flu can double the risk of heart attack, stroke. Here’s how you can protect yourself.
A recent study found that adults 50 and older have a higher risk of heart attack or stroke within two weeks after catching the flu.
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Women may benefit more from exercise than men do, a new study finds. Here's why.
Women also needed less time to achieve the same or greater benefits from a workout as men.
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Women with long COVID more likely to experience sexual dysfunction. Here's what can help.
A new study finds that long COVID, whose symptoms include intense fatigue, can impact women's sexual function. Here's what you need to know.
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People with PCOS are 8 times more likely to attempt suicide, a new study finds. Here's what to know and how to get support.
Experts address the link between PCOS and suicide, and share advice for getting treatment.
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Black women are less likely to receive epidurals during labor. Here’s why.
Although Black women are affected more, a notable finding of a new study is that both Black and white women are impacted by poor pain management in childbirth.
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Study: High school students who use alcohol, cannabis or nicotine are at higher risk for mental health disorders. What parents should know.
An increase in psychiatric symptoms was detected even when teens reported lower levels of cannabis, nicotine or alcohol use.
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Unexplained weight loss can be one of the first signs of cancer, new study finds. Here's why.
Experts say that recent, unexplained weight loss is a "well-known phenomenon" associated with cancer. But other health conditions can cause weight loss as well.
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Why sitting down at work is bad for your health — and other health news
What the latest studies tell us about our health, from fitness to memory loss.
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Women with perinatal depression have an increased risk of death, new study says. Here's what you need to know.
Here's what you need to know about the mood disorder.
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Adolescents are using weight loss products in high numbers, new study shows. Here's what parents need to know.
An alarming number of adolescents are using diet pills, laxatives to lose weight.
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Lots of parents give their kids melatonin, new research finds. But should they? Here's what doctors say.
One expert says the sleep aid is "overused" by some families.
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The gender gap in life expectancy is widening — in women's favor. Here are 5 reasons why.
Women have long been projected to outlive men, but now the gender gap appears to be growing.
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New poll finds more than a third of Americans aren't concerned about rise in flu, COVID and RSV cases
New survey finds many people aren't worried by the potential health risks of getting the flu, COVID and RSV — and doctors say they're not shocked.
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Vaccinating both girls and boys against HPV is more effective, new study shows
Both girls and boys should be vaccinated against HPV in order to prevent cervical cancer and other forms of cancer, according to a new study.
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More than 22% of people spend more time online than they plan to, finds new study. Here are some easy ways to cut back on screen time.
Experts say the goal is not to delete your social media accounts but to form a healthier relationship with your devices.
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Light exposure during the day linked to a 20% lower risk of depression, new study finds. Here's why.
A new study found a link between light exposure during specific times of day and the development of certain mental health issues. Here's what you need to know.
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Chemical hair relaxers carry an increased risk of uterine cancer. Do I need to worry?
What does this mean for your health and your hair? Experts explain.