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Blood Type May Increase Risk of ‘Stomach Bug’ Infection

A person’s blood type may influence their susceptibility to infection with rotavirus, a type of stomach bug, a new study suggests. The results show that certain strains of ...
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‘Normal’ Blood Sugar May Still Affect Brain Health

High blood sugar levels are known to be detrimental to the brain, but even levels that are on the upper end of the normal range may be harmful, ...
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Cheers! Red Wine, Cranberries Are Good for Your Teeth

When you pop open that bottle of red wine this holiday season, consider toasting its benefits to your teeth. After all, compounds in red wine can prevent cavities ...
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Cinnamon May Reduce Risk Factors of Diabetes, Heart Disease

Cinnamon extract may help to reduce risk factors of diabetes and heart disease, according to a small new study. Researchers looked at 22 obese people who had prediabetes, ...
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Anxiety, Not Social Phobia, Spurs Teens to Drink More, Study Shows

A new study in the journal Alcohol and Alcoholism highlights the complex relationship between mental health and substance use. Although it was known that anxious teens often self-medicate ...
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A Healthy Diet May Fight Acne

Like so many people, I struggled with acne as a young adult. I felt as though I tried every product on the market, but nothing seemed to work. ...
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Fever During Pregnancy Linked with Baby’s Risk of Autism

Women who don’t take steps to treat a fever during pregnancy may be increasing their risk of having a child with autism or another developmental disorder, a new ...
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Autism Linked to Fever or Flu in Pregnancy

Having a fever or flu in pregnancy may be linked with the development of autism in children, a new study suggests. While researchers are hesitant to draw strong ...
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Lead Exposure May Delay Puberty in Girls

Exposure to lead during childhood may delay the onset of puberty in young girls, with higher doses increasing the chance for later maturation, according to a new study. ...
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Why Pot Makes Some People Psychotic

People who smoke pot may be at increased risk for psychosis if they have a certain genetic marker, a new study finds. The results show people with this ...
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