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Sperm Samples May Help Predict Autism Risk in Offspring
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Study Confirms Safety, Effectiveness of Children's Vaccines
Study Zeroes in on How Zika Virus Is Passed From Mom to Fetus
Suicidal Thoughts Among Young Kids Higher Than Believed
Sure-Fire Solutions for Managing Lockdown Temper Tantrums
Teen Pot Use Makes a Comeback After Legalization
Texas Mother Transmitted COVID-19 to Unborn Baby: Study
Time Spent in Nature Boosts Kids' Well-Being
Too Many, Too Few Babies May Speed Aging in Women
Too Much 'Screen Time' Could Slow Your Toddler's Language Skills: Study
Tough Childhoods Are Tough on Adult Hearts: Study
Toxic Metals Might Affect Pregnancy, Study Finds
Type 2 Diabetes in Youth Is Especially Unhealthy: Study
U.S. Kids Waiting a Little Longer to Try Alcohol, Drugs
U.S. Leads Wealthy Nations in Pregnancy-Related Deaths
U.S. Moms-to-Be Are Much Less Healthy Now
Use Pot? It Can Interact With Your Meds in Harmful Ways
Using Pot to Help With Sleep? Benefits May Not Last
Vaginal Bacteria Could Help Predict Risk of Premature Birth: Study
Vasectomy Reversal Just as Successful in Men Over 50
Vitamin D in Pregnancy Doesn't Curb Kids' Asthma
What Are Your Chances of Having a Second IVF Baby?
When COVID-19 Strikes in Pregnancy, C-Section Tied to Worse Outcomes
When Parents, Grandparents Don't Agree on Childrearing Choices
Why a Newborn's First Breath Is So Important
Will Pot or CBD Make You a Worse Driver?
With Pot Rules Relaxed, More U.S. Teens Driving While High: Study
Yes, Pot Is Stronger Now Than in Decades Past, Study Finds
Zika May Have Damaged More Infants' Brains Than Expected
Zika Virus Tied to Profound Developmental Delays
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