A mother's level of education can be an important predictor of early childhood overweight and obesity, according to a new international study.
Sep 21, 2022
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Researchers argue that a delay by the UK Government to restrict promotions on foods High in Fat, Sugar and Salt (HFSS) this October is a "step back" in combatting rising obesity levels, according to a new perspective in Obesity.
Sep 14, 2022
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A hard-hitting awareness campaign on the dangers of drinking during pregnancy successfully increased concerns about unborn babies' exposure to alcohol and discouraged women from drinking while pregnant.
Sep 7, 2022
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It's a figure that stands out. Black women have a 36% higher breast cancer mortality rate than other races in spite of having a similar incidence to White women. Black women also are both more likely to be diagnosed with ...
Aug 24, 2022
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The first hormonal contraceptive (the "pill") was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in 1960. Hormonal contraceptives have since become one of the most prescribed drugs in the world, used daily by more than 100 ...
Aug 24, 2022
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Video games aren't just a hobby for kids or teens. People of all ages and genders from all walks of life play them, and they're available in nearly every home, handbag and pocket around the world.
Aug 2, 2022
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When the US Supreme Court overturned the nationwide right to abortion, Julie Crowe went straight online to do some shopping. She ordered 10 packs of the emergency contraceptive pill known as Plan B for immediate delivery.
Jul 21, 2022
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By the year 2050, the World Health Organization estimates one in five people will be aged 60 years and above. In Australia, our rapidly aging population means that without a substantial medical breakthrough, the number of ...
Jul 18, 2022
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The Chinese capital has issued a mandate requiring people to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination before they can enter some public spaces including gyms, museums and libraries, with exceptions only available to those who cannot ...
Jul 7, 2022
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The number of young New Zealanders aged 15 to 17 who vape every day has tripled in two years, from 2% in 2018–19 to 6% in 2020–21, according to the most recent New Zealand Health Survey. For young adults, aged 18 to 24, ...
Jun 27, 2022
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