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The top 5 mental health apps

Even though apps do not replace therapy, these five apps work just fine as a complement

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Top reasons adults should take up more sports this year

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete looking for a challenge or a beginner wondering where to start, here are some reasons why adults should do more sports this year

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Aerobic exercise training linked to enhanced brain function

Regular aerobic exercise may decrease the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease

Hospitalized mother.

U.S. maternal mortality is still too high

700 women die from childbirth in the U.S. every year, which means it is in the last place among all developed nations in terms of maternal mortality

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Study finds black and Hispanic patients face more barriers when making doctor appointments

Discrimination may cause black and Hispanic patients to wait longer for a scheduled primary care appointment, according to a new Tulane University study published in JAMA Network Open

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Quiz: How to prevent the spread of a virus?

WHO raised the global threat posed by the coronavirus to "high level". Test your knowledge on how to prevent infection

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Cervical cancer is still a thing

New data suggests that less than three-quarters of women invited to have cervical screening actually take it.

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E-cigarette popularity on Instagram is still growing despite an FDA anti-vaping campaign

The study of over 200,000 Instagram posts showed that positive vaping hashtags are used 10,000 times more often than an FDA awareness campaign hashtag

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Women at higher risk of heart diseases at a younger age

According to new research, women’s blood vessels age at a faster rate than men’s, meaning it is at higher risk of heart disease while being young

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New study unravels the complexity of childhood obesity

The World Health Organization has estimated more than 340 million children and adolescents ages 5-19 are overweight or obese.

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There's more evidence linking 'vaping' to respiratory diseases

New report shows that inhaling heated tobacco vapor through e-cigarettes was linked to increased odds of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

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Say goodbye to sugar with these 5 tips

Here are some tips to cut back sugar from your life little by little

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Foods for osteoporosis: take care of your bones

Here are some of the best foods to consume and avoid if you have osteoporosis or if you want to prevent it. 
 

When college students post about depression on Facebook

The study suggests friends don't encourage them to seek help.

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Young women still may be getting unnecessary pelvic exams

Having these exams, which are no longer recommended for most women under 21, can lead to false-positive testing, over-treatment, anxiety, and needless cost.

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Want to turn back time? Try running a marathon

New marathon runners reduced blood pressure, arterial stiffness equivalent to a 4-year reduction in vascular age.

Contraceptive pills.

Is hormonal contraception a women achievement?

These methods are designed to keep the responsibility of family planning exclusively on the female side, not only in physical but also financial matters.

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Do women know about breast density and cancer risk?

Breast density is a risk factor for cancer, but no study has asked women what they know about breast density in relation to screening.

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Can brain injury from boxing and MMA be measured?

A new study shows different effects in the brain for younger, current fighters compared to older, retired fighters.

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How to prevent vaginal yeast infections?

Even though it is almost impossible to prevent them, you can lower your odds by doing these