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Air Pollution May Send Kids with Asthma Back to Hospital
Asthma affects millions of children in the U.S., making it the most common chronic condition among children. And the air around the homes of some children with asthma may be affecting their condition.
Tipping the Weight Scales on Cesarean Odds
Being obese before pregnancy increases the odds for high blood pressure, diabetes and premature births, but the effect of weight gained during pregnancy may change a mother's plans for delivery.
Habits that Make for a Healthy Mind
Mental Health is a complex topic, however some research has helped to identify certain habits and qualities that are often found in individuals who report strong mental health.
Regulating Health Apps Seems Tricky
While there are many smart phone apps marketed as aids to help you manage your health, not all of these health apps are necessarily safe or offer sound advice, according to the authors of a recent editorial.
Infectious Disease Striking Kids in Miami
Are your kids really washing their hands properly? A new infectious disease outbreak in Miami may cause some parents and teachers to take extra note of these hygiene habits.
Reminders From a Trusted Pharmacist
RxWiki is a digital medication encyclopedia with health news and video, medication information, and a question-and-answer service that lets any user ask a question and have it answered by a trusted, licensed pharmacist. Here’s a list of common questions that have been answered by RxWiki’s Digital Pharmacists.
Doctors May Raise Blood Pressure More Than Nurses
Do you want to get an accurate blood pressure reading? Then, new research suggests you may not want to have a doctor take that reading.
Use of Genetic Cancer Testing Varied Widely
Genetic testing has been hailed by some as the wave of the future that will allow cancer treatment to be approached in a more personalized way. But how are doctors using these tests now?
Understanding Mental Health on a Large Scale
Mental illness affects so many people, yet studies on mental illness are often small and focus on just one type of condition. Looking at the big picture may be necessary to fully understand the nature of mental illness and its treatment.
Additives Didn't Spur Skin Condition
People with a mysterious skin condition are eager for doctors to pinpoint a cause. Based on a new study, researchers may be able to strike one potential source of the irritation.
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