Sperm counts register a global decline: Study finds
Sperm counts globally are falling and reflect a global crisis related to the modern environment and lifestyles, according to a study.
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Rise in reports of cough medicine poisoning among children, says FDA
Cough medications poisoning among children has risen in recent years
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FDA panel reviews accuracy of oximeters and suggests improvements
Pulse oximeter are known to give inaccurate readings of people of colour and FDA has suggested stricter regulations for device testings
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Paracetamols can induce risky behaviour
Paracetamol increases risk-taking behaviour and blunts anxiety in some, according to a study
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Researchers say insomnia medicine can treat drug and alcohol addiction
Rutger researchers have identified a biological process for drug and alcohol addiction and believe existing insomnia medicines could be used to reduce cravings.
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Researchers find mindfulness as effective as medicine in calming anxiety
Research found mindfulness meditation as beneficial as anxiety drugs for anxiety disorder
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Moderate coffee intake during pregnancy can impact child height, study
Even low coffee intake during pregnancy can impact a child's height in early childhood
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Certain fibers can worsen IBD symptoms, says study
Fiber-rich diet can irritate the guts and worsen IBD symptoms, says study
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Maternal obesity affects fetal brain development
Maternal gut microbiome and fetal brain development