GENES MAY PLAY A ROLE Lorenzo Bevilaqua/ABC via Getty Images; iStock HEALTH Heart attacks more likely during presidential elections and other stressful times, study shows
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US 6 hours ago US pediatricians group reverses decades-old policy, allowing breastfeeding for those with HIV The American Academy of Pediatrics has announced a policy shift, saying that those with HIV who are effectively managing the virus with medication can breastfeed their babies.
HEALTH 10 hours ago Heart attacks more likely during presidential elections and other stressful times, study shows People with high genetic stress sensitivity, as well as anxiety or depression, are at a much higher risk of heart attack during times of socio-political stress. Doctors explain.
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May 12 Experimental cancer treatment gives New Jersey mom a chance for a second baby: ‘I decided to go for it’
May 10 Nurses call for change as many reveal they're ‘extremely likely’ to leave profession: ‘Emotional, stressful'
May 9 Orangutan in Indonesian rainforest treats own facial wound, say researchers: ‘Appeared intentional’
May 8 Sleep experts sound alarm on late night screen time: How your phone could be sabotaging your rest
May 6 As cholera cases rise worldwide, health officials sound 'concerning' alarm about vaccine shortages
May 6 Pennsylvania mom seeks ‘perfect match’ bone marrow donor to cure daughter’s rare disorder: ‘Crucial need’
May 3 Eating one type of fruit regularly could reduce diabetes risk in women, study suggests: 'Incredibly healthy'
April 30 Common mental health problem can shorten cancer survivors’ lives, study finds: ‘Critical issue’
April 30 Breast cancer mammogram screenings should start at age 40 instead of 50, says health task force
April 30 US health experts recommend less alcohol as new research challenges benefits of moderate drinking
April 30 ‘Liquid gold’ could bring new hope to multiple sclerosis patients, study suggests: ‘Profound benefit’
April 23 AI could predict whether cancer treatments will work, experts say: ‘Exciting time in medicine'
April 22 Military veteran embraces ‘new service’ of helping others after his Parkinson's diagnosis: ‘There is hope'
April 21 Health weekend roundup: A mother's health mission, sleep-blocking foods, heat illnesses and more
April 20 Americans need more sleep, less stress, experts say, as Gallup poll reveals troubling findings
April 19 Utah mom fights for her daughter’s access to discontinued diabetes medication: ‘Life-saving'
April 18 World Health Organization, experts reach landmark agreement on how to define airborne diseases
April 16 Ozempic babies: Women claim weight-loss drugs are making them more fertile and experts agree
April 11 Puberty blockers could cause long-term fertility and health issues for boys, study finds: 'May be permanent'