Children who have smartphones by age 12 are at increased risk of health problems, new study finds
Having a smartphone may be harmful for children younger than 12, according to a new study. The study published Monday in...
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A teen took his own life after its advice, a woman says it drove her to psychosis, another person uses it to hear ‘what I want to hear’: the problems with AI therapy
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Report: Severe COVID can catalyze arterial plaque growth, sparking deadly heart problems
Severe COVID-19 infection can trigger extensive inflammation, resulting in the rapid growth of plaque in the coronary arteries and a...
Maternal health problems in PA have spiked since 2016, report shows
Severe maternal morbidity is increasing in Pennsylvania, with a 40% spike since 2016, disproportionately impacting Black women.Maternity deserts are expanding...
7 fermented foods for gut health to soothe digestive problems
Whether it is better digestion or reduced inflammation, it is a good idea to eat fermented foods for gut health....
‘Potentially making them more susceptible to … heart health problems later in life’
A new study suggests exposure to high levels of PFAS — or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances — during pregnancy may...
‘Light smoking’ before pregnancy can cause major health problems
Even “light smoking” — defined as just one or two cigarettes a day — can be a real drag on...
Just one or two cigarettes a day before or during pregnancy linked to major newborn health problems
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Even light smoking of just one to two cigarettes a day either before or at any...
Cannabis in pregnancy linked to some maternal health problems
Large Kaiser Permanente study finds greater risk of pregnancy complications Cannabis use during pregnancy is linked with health problems such...
