A new study in rats suggests that caffeine may offset some of the negative effects of an obesogenic diet by
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Mothers should not have a vaginal birth after a C-section due to risks
Mothers who have a baby through a C-section ‘should not give birth naturally the next time to avoid risky complications’
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New online tool predicts individual risks and benefits of joint replacements
An innovative online tool devised by researchers from the University of Sheffield will give patients unique personalised information about the
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New testosterone rule for female athletes ‘risks setting an unscientific precedent’
New rules to curb high testosterone levels in female athletes with differences of sex development “risks setting an unscientific precedent
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New French study explores risks of ultra-processed food
A major French study published Monday has found for the first time a link between the consumption of ultra-processed foods
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Stress in new mothers causes lasting health risks, depending on race, ethnicity, poverty
African-American women undergo more physical “wear-and-tear” during the first year after giving birth than Latina and white women, a consequence
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D-mannose: Uses, UTIs, benefits, and risks
D-mannose is a type of naturally occurring sugar. There is ongoing research on its uses, which may include the treatment
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Study of 500,000 people clarifies the risks of obesity
Elevated body mass index (BMI) – a measure of weight accounting for a person’s height—has been shown to be a
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Report highlights 15 emerging technologies with potential to reduce global catastrophic biological risks
Strategic investment in 15 promising technologies could help make the world better prepared and equipped to prevent future infectious disease
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Patient-centered visual aid helps physicians discuss risks, treatments with parents
A series of illustrations and charts designed as decision aids for parents of children with minor head injuries helped them
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