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ASD Symptoms May be Shaped by Gender
More boys than girls have an autism spectrum disorder ( ASD ). It is not clear why this is the case, and researchers are trying to understand if ASD affects the sexes differently.
Diesel Fuels Lung Cancer Risk
Those who live near highways, truck drivers and others who breathe in diesel fumes may be more likely to get lung cancer. A large study of trucking industry workers has recently found that cumulative exposure to diesel exhaust increases the likelihood of dying from lung cancer.
The Bugs That Cause the Stomach Bug
Thousands of teeny tiny microbes live in your stomach and body on a regular basis. But too much of certain unseen bugs could mean the start of long-term stomach problems.
Counting the Ways Kids Could Grow Obese
Many factors influence individuals' weight. The same is true for children. Preventing obesity is easier when we know what factors increase a baby's risk of becoming overweight.
Blow to the Head, No Problem?
With America well into football season, the clashing of helmets has led to some major damage and blows to the head. But high school football players aren't too upset about it.
Preventing Drug Abuse in Kids
Parents have to handle all kinds of issues with their kids. Here is a helpful guide to positive parenting techniques to help keep kids on the right track.
Migraines and Minors
A searing, pulsing a pain in the head. Nausea. Sensitivity to light. These painful symptoms can plague people with migraines for hours and days. Migraines can strike people of any age, but most people experience their first one by adolescence. What are the symptoms and phases of these extreme headaches? How do they express themselves when present in children? New research is helping patients and doctors better understand the answers to these questions. Separate Stages Migraines typically strike in four stages, though these stages may be more noticeable for some patients...
The Magnificent, Self-Repairing Brain
Brain volumes are smaller in people with alcohol dependence. The good news is that pretty quickly after putting down the bottle, the brain regrows some of that volume.
Four Ways to Eat Healthier
Eating healthy doesn't seem like it should be hard. But if you have bad eating habits already in place, it can be challenging to change them. The key is taking baby steps.
When Big Headaches Hit Little Ones
A migraine headache can knock you flat — and that's for an adult. Imagine how migraines might affect children, especially when it comes to school.
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