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School uniforms may discourage children from active play
While the new study doesn't prove that uniforms limit kids' activity, researchers called on schools to consider…
Experimental drug shows promise in treating cancer linked to asbestos
An experimental drug called ADI-PEG20 increased average survival of mesothelioma patients by 1.6 months, and…
Rheumatoid arthritis drug abatacept may also prevent the disease
Abatacept eases symptoms and prevents joint damage in rheumatoid arthritis patients by dampening the immune…
Nearly half of U.S. healthcare workers have seen racism against patients
While 47% of health workers said they've witnessed discrimination against patients in their facilities, 52%…
Premature birth not linked to autism, study shows
A single obstetric factor is unlikely to be the cause of autism spectrum disorder, a new study found. Photo by…
Regular exercise may ward off COVID-19 infection, hospitalization
Compared to couch potatoes, adults who adhere to U.S. physical activity guidelines have 10% lower odds of…
Review of studies confirms exercise alleviates depression
The more vigorous the exercise, the better, with dance the top depression-busting workout, the authors said.…
CDC weighs new guidance to loosen COVID-19 isolation
In the proposed guidance, the CDC is weighing plans to recommend that people who test positive for COVID-19 use…
Experiencing childhood bullying triples risk of mental health issues later
Researchers found that kids who were bullied at age 11 and then became distrustful by age 14 were roughly 3.5…
Aromatherapy may help people recover from depression
Results show that memory recall was stronger in depressed individuals who received odor cues as opposed to word…