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• Soy and breast cancer

  Published: 04/21/2019 Does it affect your cancer risk?

• This Easter, leave chicks on the farm

  Published: 04/20/2019 Chickens in your home can spread dangerous salmonella germs.

• Can playing sports guard against youth depression?

  Published: 04/19/2019 Imaging scans show brain changes in sporty kids.

• Study: Emergency visits go up in Colorado after marijuana is legalized

  Published: 04/18/2019 A Denver-area hospital saw a dramatic increase in emergency medical care for pot users, especially for people who tried edible products.

• Mailing people at-home test kits for colon cancer boosts screening rates

  Published: 04/17/2019 Six out of 10 adults were overdue for screening, a study shows.

• Infant sleeper recalled after deaths

  Published: 04/17/2019 Some infants suffocated after they rolled over in the sleeper.

• Want to live longer? Make this sitting swap

  Published: 04/16/2019 Replacing 30 minutes of sitting with active time each day may reduce your risk of early death.

• Study: As a diagnostic test, A1C often misses diabetes

  Published: 04/15/2019 Other tests may be more accurate at diagnosing the disease.

• Ladder safety: Climb with care

  Published: 04/14/2019 Springtime, thunderstorms and lightning, oh my! Sharpen your ladder safety skills with these smart tips.

• 5 things to know about risky drinking

  Published: 04/13/2019 For Alcohol Awareness Month, a closer look at drinking's serious impacts.

• Print books offer parents, children a richer experience

  Published: 04/12/2019 Parents interact less with toddlers when reading from an e-book, a study found.

• Midday naps may lower blood pressure

  Published: 04/11/2019 Some short shuteye may be as effective as lifestyle changes in bringing blood pressure down.

• Having children may not trigger multiple sclerosis relapse after all

  Published: 04/10/2019 This new study also highlights breastfeeding’s benefits.

• FDA approves nasal spray for hard-to-treat depression

  Published: 04/09/2019 A new, fast-acting antidepressant offers hope when other treatments fail.

• Dog-walking unleashes troubling trend

  Published: 04/08/2019 Seniors should consider a smaller breed when selecting a dog.

• Testicular cancer: A young man's disease

  Published: 04/07/2019 The average age for diagnosis of testicular cancer is 33. But it's usually treated successfully.

• 6 facts about rosacea

  Published: 04/06/2019 April is Rosacea Awareness Month. Take time to learn about this common skin condition.

• Bedroom TV can harm preschoolers’ development

  Published: 04/05/2019 Screen-exposed youngsters had more health problems later on, a study finds.

• Teen drivers reaching for objects are almost 7 times more likely to crash

  Published: 04/04/2019 For every second a teen looks away from the road, the risk of a car crash jumps 28 percent.

• Even moderate drinking may raise blood pressure

  Published: 04/03/2019 New research could challenge moderate drinking's supposed benefits.

• Inactive ingredients: Not so inactive?

  Published: 04/02/2019 A new study highlights unexpected side effects from an unexpected source.

• High-intensity interval training may be beneficial after a heart attack

  Published: 04/01/2019 This way of working out alternates bursts of intense exercise with a few minutes of less-demanding activity.

• Lawn mower safety: 8 essential tips

  Published: 03/31/2019 Never let a child ride with you on a lawn mower, even if you're the parent.

• Walk this way: Fitness tips for frequent walkers

  Published: 03/30/2019 Walking is a simple, easy form of exercise for most people. Here are some first steps.

• Kratom calls to poison centers on the rise

  Published: 03/29/2019 The herbal supplement that poses a health hazard.