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Former leader of anti-vaccine group founded by RFK Jr. to present at first meeting of new CDC vaccine advisers

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Why the US kept Daylight Saving Time

It’s almost time for clocks to “fall back” one hour and gain one hour of sleep. On the first Sunday…

FDA to limit future Covid-19 shots to older people and those at risk of serious infection

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Exploring history of maternal effects on offspring

Beliefs about which specific maternal behaviors or experiences have lasting effects on gestating offspring have shifted widely over time. In…

Toxic chemicals used in food preparation leach into human bodies, study finds

More than 3,600 chemicals that leach into food during the manufacturing, processing, packaging and storage of the world’s food supply…

A diversity lag in U.S. medicine includes stalled progress for Black men

As female representation rose dramatically in U.S. medical schools, the number of Black men in academic medicine stagnated or decreased,…

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Horrific nightmares may signal initial onset of these chronic diseases, study says

The nightmares are intense and often horrifying, sometimes lasting well into the day. “There’s a serial killer after me and…

Prevent low back pain with this simple lifestyle change

Low back pain affects at least 619 million people worldwide, and that number is expected to increase to 843 million…

Childhood sleep issues may raise suicide risk, study finds

If your child sometimes has trouble sleeping, it may be easy to chalk it up to a phase they will…

How long does it take to see benefits from your new workout regimen?

Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. Summary Seeing benefits…

Adults can sleep with stuffed animals, too. It might even be a good thing, experts say

Summary Over 20% of plush toys were purchased by adults in 2024, with increased interest since the pandemic, sales data…

Should I use a smartwatch to track my health data? A doctor explains

I’m riding a recumbent bicycle while wearing my smartwatch, hoping that tracking my fitness and health metrics will inspire me…

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Do you have a favorite child? A new study may answer why

Just because you say you don’t have a favorite child, doesn’t mean everyone around you...

Spend 5 minutes a day moving like this and you’ll move better for life

Summary Maintaining mobility while aging doesn’t require hours of stretching but rather intentional movement throughout...

Should I use a smartwatch to track my health data? A doctor explains

I’m riding a recumbent bicycle while wearing my smartwatch, hoping that tracking my fitness and...

Kids are being sexually assaulted by people they meet on social media. Here’s how to prevent it

Editor’s note: Kara Alaimo is an associate professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her book “Over...