Instructions for a Measles vaccination is seen outside of the Lubbock Public Health facility on April 09, 2025 in Lubbock, Texas. Brandon Bell/Getty Images North America hide caption toggle caption Brandon Bell/Getty Images North America Katherine Wells has been an epidemiologist working to protect the public from disease outbreaks for…
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Global Obesity Rates Are Surging as People Gain Weight Younger and Faster Than in the Past
Global obesity rates are climbing at an alarming rate, with over 1 billion men and 1.11 billion women classified as overweight or obese as of 2021. China, India and the U.S. continue to account for the largest share of the world’s overweight population, each housing hundreds of millions of affected…
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A Western Diet During Pregnancy Increases the Risk of Childhood Liver Damage
Liver damage can start even before a baby is born. A 2025 study published in Liver International found that babies exposed to an unhealthy diet during pregnancy already showed signs of liver injury — even before birth.1 This early damage is part of a growing liver condition now affecting up…
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The Omega-3 Paradox — How Much Is Too Much?
Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of fat widely recognized for their health benefits, particularly for the heart.1 Numerous studies suggest they help reduce inflammation, boost brain function and offer protection against cardiovascular problems. However, as with many nutritional elements, the specifics matter. It’s not simply about consuming omega-3s, but…
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To maintain your friendships after kids, avoid these 4 mistakes : NPR
After writer Mariah Maddox gave birth four years ago, she was surprised by how lonely she felt. She was the first person among her close friends to have a kid, and her friends without children seemed to be leaving her behind. “I sometimes felt like I wasn’t included in plans,”…
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The Silent Epidemic of Excess Iron
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published March 10, 2024. In this interview, Christy Sutton, D.C., reviews the dangers of excessive iron. While most doctors look for iron deficiency, few ever pay attention to elevated iron. Sutton is the author of two books, “Genetic Testing: Defining…
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FDA approves first U.S. at-home tool as Pap smear alternative : NPR
Women will be able to screen for cervical cancer at home using a wand by Teal Health. Teal Health hide caption toggle caption Teal Health The Food and Drug administration has approved the U.S.’s first at-home alternative to the Pap smear, a procedure generations of women have dreaded and often…
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The Century of Evidence That Vaccines Cause Sudden Infant Deaths
We’re always told that vaccines were a medical marvel that safely ended the dark age of infectious disease. However, when the actual records are examined, they often abjectly failed to prevent those diseases, and worse still, frequently caused outbreaks and severely injured many of the recipients. This in part resulted…
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Measles math: What to know about 1,001 measles cases across the country : Shots
A measles advisory is shown tacked to a bulletin board outside Gaines County Courthouse on April 09, 2025 in Seminole, Texas. Brandon Bell/Getty Images North America hide caption toggle caption Brandon Bell/Getty Images North America The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports there have been 1,001 confirmed measles cases…
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My Balancing Morning Routine (and How to Create Your Own)
Years ago I shared our family’s morning routine and how I juggled toddlers, preschoolers, and crazy days. Now with teenagers in the house, my mornings have gotten a little slower. Yes, my kids still practice gymnastics in the house, and we recently added a bird to the pet menagerie, but…