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Baby Aspirin: The Key to a Healthier Pregnancy?
Low-dose aspirin may help reduce the risk of developing preeclampsia, a common but potentially dangerous pregnancy complication.
Is Diet Soda a Healthy Choice?
For those trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle, diet soda might seem like a sensible option. Learn why artificial sweeteners may be more harmful than sugar.
Common Sleep Myths
What's the best temperature for sleep? Should you sleep with your pet? Here’s what the experts have to say about these and other common sleep myths.
Addressing Childhood Anxiety, Depression and Mental Health Concerns
Mental health conditions are rising in children and adolescents, but they’re also being addressed earlier with promising outcomes. Whether therapy or medication are involved, hope exists for those who are struggling.
Frappuccinos and Pink Drinks: Safe for Teens and Tweens?
More and more adolescents are drinking “fancy” coffee and tea drinks. But are these sweet, caffeinated beverages healthy for young consumers?
5 Brain-Boosting Foods
Eating certain foods can not only help slow brain aging, it can also reduce the risk of developing dementia.
How Blood Pressure Treatment Is Different for African Americans
African Americans have higher rates of high blood pressure than other groups, and often need different medications to keep it under control.
Improving Cancer Outcomes Among African Americans
Cancer screenings and prevention strategies are essential in helping reduce the burden of cancer in the African American community.