The maker of an at-home cervical cancer screening test said Friday it has won approval from the Food and Drug Administration, giving patients an alternative to in-clinic pap smears. The screening test, called Teal Wand, from women’s health company Teal Health, is available for those aged 25 to 65 at …
Read More »Working up your list of resolutions for the new year? Studies show most New Year’s resolutions are bound to fail, so we asked an expert how to make the most of your 2025 goals. How long do New Year’s resolutions normally last? While it differs for everyone, a 2023 poll from Forbes …
Read More »A workout that mindlessly tones your arms while getting some cardio in? Sounds like a no-brainer, but experts say to proceed with caution. Wrist weights have been around for decades, but TikTok users have re-invigorated the exercise tool by pairing them with other popular social media fitness trends like the …
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When Stephen Munari’s son Jaren was born, Munari knew he would one day donate an organ to help him. The day before his birth, doctors told Jaren’s parents that their son would have just the one kidney, which was “on the small side,” his mother, Donna Griebel, told CBS News. …
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Thousands of Tydemy brand birth control pills have been recalled, the Food and Drug Administration warned Tuesday, after testing by drugmaker Lupin Pharmaceuticals found that two lots they made of the tablets might have lower effectiveness. Recalled batches of the Tydemy pills — a combination prescription contraceptive of estrogen and …
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Having a furry friend to play with and snuggle up to must be good for your health, right? Well, yes and no. Research has shown there are numerous physical and mental health benefits to having a pet — but there can be some downsides too. In recognition of National Pet Day …
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Having trouble with your sleep? It may be time to check in on your sleep hygiene. Sleep hygiene is all about “best practices you can do every day (and) build into your daily routine to optimize your sleep,” explains Dr. Erin Flynn-Evans, a consultant to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. …
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Reciprocal IVF, or partner-assisted IVF, is a family planning option gaining visibility online. On TikTok alone, there are nearly 19 million views for the abbreviated hashtag #RIVF with videos of LGBTQ couples sharing their journey with the fertility process. “It’s not that it’s new, it’s because we’re having more open …
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