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A recent study published in JAMA Network Open highlights new approaches to improve genetic testing for cancer susceptibility in primary-care settings. Up to 10% of cancers are linked to hereditary genes that can be identified through commercially available tests, yet...

As the U.S. faces its first deadly measles outbreak in a decade, parents of infants too young for routine vaccination are increasingly seeking an early dose of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. While some pediatricians recommend it in high-risk areas,...

A new study published in The Lancet warns that nearly 60 percent of all adults and a third of all children worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 unless governments take urgent action. The research, which analyzed data from 204 countries, underscores the...

Imagine trying to always appear perfect—staying on top of beauty trends, excelling academically, and projecting confidence in social settings, even when feeling overwhelmed. Many teens feel this pressure to fit in, avoid criticism, and gain approval from peers....

A recent study has revealed a troubling increase in incidents of children in the United States being poisoned by the synthetic opioid fentanyl. The research, published in The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, highlights a sharp rise in cases over an...