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Healthy boundaries for families during COVID-19

Author: Lena Borrelli | Posted on: April 21, 2021

It’s been hard enough for adults to adjust to a world without a commute to the office, the friendly interaction around the water cooler and the occasional supportive hug or squeeze of the...
NIH study shows highly reproducible sex differences in aspects of human brain anatomy

Author: National Institutes of Health | Posted on: July 20, 2020

NIH study shows highly reproducible sex differences in aspects of human brain anatomy Gene expression data suggest potential role of sex chromosomes. A scientific analysis of more...
Beating SAD This Winter: How to Manage Seasonal Affective Disorder

Author: Kimberly Hayes | Posted on: October 22, 2019

Photo via Pixabay by Pawel_Kozera Seasonal affective disorder (also known as SAD) can have a lasting impact on many people, across various seasons. A large number of Americans find...
Graphene shield shows promise in blocking mosquito bites

Author: National Institutes of Health | Posted on: August 26, 2019

NIH-funded project shows graphene could provide alternative to chemicals in insect repellant and protective clothing.An innovative graphene-based film helps shield people from disease-carrying...
Prevent the Spread of Norovirus

Author: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | Posted on: January 04, 2019

Millions of people get sick from norovirus each year. It causes sudden vomiting and diarrhea, and spreads quickly and easily to other people. If you think you have norovirus, stay hydrated and take...
When First Impressions are the Worst Impressions

Author: Ashley Santangelo | Posted on: October 17, 2018

A word cloud demonstrates some common words associated with the phrase “mental health” The first time you ever heard the term “mental illness”, what did you think...
FDA approves novel preventive treatment for migraine

Author: FDA | Posted on: May 17, 2018

May 17, 2018. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Aimovig (erenumab-aooe) for the preventive treatment of migraine in adults. The treatment is given by once-monthly...
NIAID-Sponsored Trial of a Universal Influenza Vaccine Begins

Author: National Institutes of Health | Posted on: May 04, 2018

A Phase 2 clinical trial of an investigational universal influenza vaccine intended to protect against multiple strains of the virus has begun in the United States. The study is sponsored by the...
Sexual assault on college campuses

Author: womenshealth.gov | Posted on: April 04, 2018

Sexual assault on college campuses is a common problem that often goes unreported. It includes any unwanted sexual activity, from unwanted touching to rape. Alcohol and drugs often play a role in...