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How Poor Sleep Might Shape Later Mental Health
A poor night's sleep can affect performance at work the next day, but over time, could disrupted sleep affect brain function in a permanent way? New evidence suggests it could.
Diabetes, Depression, Dementia: How They May Be Linked
Diabetes and depression are both challenging yet common chronic diseases in the US. Together, they may pose an additional risk to mental health.
The Science of Optimism
Your frame of mind isn’t just tied to your mental health — it may also affect your physical health.
Baby Food Recalled
WASHINGTON, April 14, 2015 – Beech-Nut Nutrition, an Amsterdam, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,920 pounds of baby food products that may be contaminated with small pieces of glass, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The Healing Power of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy
Do you have joint pain or an injury and want to avoid surgery or steroid injections? Platelet-rich plasma therapy may be able to help.
Diabetes Screening Might Not Help Everyone
Screening may be one of the best ways to catch and fight diseases like cancer early, but the effectiveness of screening for diabetes may be a little less clear in some patients.
Using Food Labels to Cut Back on Salt
If you're at risk of high blood pressure, you've likely heard these words from your doctor: "Watch your salt intake!" But how many Americans are effectively using food labels to help them cut back on salty foods?
Another Possible Factor in Autism Risk
Many factors during pregnancy can affect a baby's development. Among those factors may be gestational diabetes, which could affect your baby's neurological development.
How to Go Meatless
Many consumers take steps to eat less meat and more veggies. Veggie-heavy diets can have health benefits, but they need to be done right to provide all the nutrients necessary for a healthy life.
Divorce Might Lead to More Than Just Heartache
Getting divorced may literally break your heart.
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