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Addiction

Study finds nonfatal opioid overdoses in youth spiked during pandemic: Majority occurred at home

Drug overdose mortality has risen faster among adolescents than the general population in recent years, largely due to fentanyl, a potent opioid pain medication. A study published in JAMA sheds light on trends in nonfatal ...

Health

Discrepancies seen between young people's preferred, actual sources of contraceptive info

There are discrepancies between preferred and actual sources of contraceptive information for U.S. adolescents and young adults (AYA), according to a research letter published online Sept. 13 in JAMA Network Open.

Genetics

Gene variant protects newborns against jaundice, study finds

Researchers have found a gene variant that almost completely protects 1 in 8 newborn babies from jaundice. The research, conducted at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, provides the opportunity to develop a treatment ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Lower neighborhood opportunity may increase risk for preterm birth

A new study suggests that neighborhoods with fewer educational, health, environmental, and socioeconomic resources may increase one's risk for preterm birth and contribute to the racial gap in preterm birth in the Commonwealth.

Overweight & Obesity

New study links neighborhood food access to child obesity risk

Limited access to healthy foods, resulting from residence in under-resourced neighborhoods, is a critical public health concern. A new study suggests that residing in these areas during pregnancy or early childhood significantly ...