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Study: States with strictest abortion laws offer least support to families
States with the most severe abortion restrictions are the least likely to offer support to struggling families,…
Many U.S. seniors skip meds due to cost of prescriptions
Too many U.S. seniors are skipping their prescription meds due to cost, and the problem is most acute among the…
In new study, wearable heart monitor increases A-fib detection
A wearable heart monitor raises the detection rate of the dangerous irregular heartbeat known as atrial…
Moderna’s mRNA-based mpox vaccine shows promise in trials
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Study: People who cope, adapt fare better in old age
People who can cope with challenges as they grow older are more likely to live longer, a new study shows. Photo…
California drought cycles might increase risk of airborne fungus
Weather patterns in California that have been exacerbated by climate change could be fueling more cases of a…
Regular cellphone use can increase cardiovascular disease risk, study says
Researchers found this is especially true in smokers and people with diabetes.…
Study: Depressed youth twice as likely to start vaping
In a new study, adolescents experiencing depressive symptoms have double the risk of taking up vaping. Photo by…
Study: Using Ozempic, Wegovy won’t increase risk of depression, suicide
Semaglutide did not increase the risk of depression, suicidal thoughts or suicidal behavior in people without…
False positive mammograms lead many women to stop getting scans
A significant number of women stop getting regular mammograms after being frightened by a "false positive" scan…