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Health NewsSexual Orientation is a Pediatric Issue
Pediatricians encouraged to create healthy environment for LGBTQ youth
Health NewsHow to Improve Stroke Care Conversations
Stroke patients often get inadequate details on how to manage their condition
Health NewsHealthy Protection Against Alzheimer’s
Healthy diet helped keep brain fluid clearer of plaque associated with Alzheimers
Health NewsOuch! I Bonked my Head!
Traumatic brain injury risk among teens is high and associated with drug use
Health NewsCan Obese Teens Hear the Message?
Hearing loss risk increased in obese teens as in adults
Health NewsBone Density After Menopause
New study parts with prior recommendation against calcium and vitamin D for women past menopause
Health NewsIs MS in the Milk?
Multiple sclerosis rates two times higher among dairy workers than other occupations
Health NewsAn Okay Shot for Pregnant Moms
Meningococcal vaccine for pregnant women appears safe and without serious side effects
Health NewsThe Depression Isn't All in Your Head
Depression and antidepressants linked to markers for diabetes and cardiovascular disease
FeaturesReport Card Shows Room for Rx Improvement
Medication adherence scores low among American adults with chronic conditions
Health NewsCan't Have an Omelette, but can Still Get the Flu Shot
FluBlok flu vaccine made without eggs is recommended for those with egg allergies
Health NewsSome Kids’ Head Injuries Heal Slower
ADHD may hinder mild traumatic brain injury recovery in youth
Health NewsWhat To Do for Tots Getting Shots
Acetaminophen after vaccination okay to treat fever
Health NewsRx Use More Common Than Not
Prescription medication use is on the rise making safety more important than ever
Health NewsA Little Love Goes a Long Way
Suicidal thoughts among teens involved in bullying less likely if they know others care
Health NewsBlack and White Realities of ADHD
ADHD diagnosis rates vary based on race or ethnicity of children
Health NewsTalking to Teens About Weight & Size
Weight and size conversations with teens may increase the risk of unhealthy dieting
Health NewsHormones May Not Help After Menopause
Hormone replacement therapy shows neither benefits nor harm in new study
Health NewsWith Stroke, 15 Minutes Can Be a Lifesaver
Stroke victims improve odds of survival the faster they can receive clot busting medication
Health NewsGrocery Shopping When Hungry
Grocery shoppers bought more high calorie foods when hungry than when full
Health NewsMaking MDS Treatment Decisions Easier
Higher risk myelodysplastic syndrome responds best to stem cell transplants
Health NewsWhat Could Sodium Mean for the Bones?
Bone fracture risk linked to high sodium intake among postmenopausal women
FeaturesTreating Children's Sinus Infections
Bacterial sinusitis infection treatment in children updated to include parent input
FeaturesKnowing the Options: HIV/AIDS Testing
HIV testing for those at risk is important so learn the ins and outs of the test