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• Snacking in front of a screen puts teen health at risk

  Published: 04/26/2019 Avoiding snacks during screen time helps, a study found.

• Weekend 'catch-up' sleep may hurt more than help

  Published: 04/25/2019 Study shows why getting good sleep every night matters.

• Pet owners report being healthier and happier

  Published: 04/24/2019 Survey says: Animal friends help us be active and age well.

• A little activity makes a big difference to women's hearts

  Published: 04/23/2019 Even routine chores like doing the dishes and folding the laundry can contribute to heart health.

• Caring for an older adult with cancer can be tough

  Published: 04/22/2019 A new large study is the first to look at the effect that caring for older adults with cancer has on a caregiver's health.

• Soy and breast cancer

  Published: 04/21/2019 Does it affect your cancer risk?

• This Easter, leave chicks on the farm

  Published: 04/20/2019 Chickens in your home can spread dangerous salmonella germs.

• Can playing sports guard against youth depression?

  Published: 04/19/2019 Imaging scans show brain changes in sporty kids.

• Study: Emergency visits go up in Colorado after marijuana is legalized

  Published: 04/18/2019 A Denver-area hospital saw a dramatic increase in emergency medical care for pot users, especially for people who tried edible products.

• Mailing people at-home test kits for colon cancer boosts screening rates

  Published: 04/17/2019 Six out of 10 adults were overdue for screening, a study shows.

• Infant sleeper recalled after deaths

  Published: 04/17/2019 Some infants suffocated after they rolled over in the sleeper.

• Want to live longer? Make this sitting swap

  Published: 04/16/2019 Replacing 30 minutes of sitting with active time each day may reduce your risk of early death.

• Study: As a diagnostic test, A1C often misses diabetes

  Published: 04/15/2019 Other tests may be more accurate at diagnosing the disease.

• Ladder safety: Climb with care

  Published: 04/14/2019 Springtime, thunderstorms and lightning, oh my! Sharpen your ladder safety skills with these smart tips.

• 5 things to know about risky drinking

  Published: 04/13/2019 For Alcohol Awareness Month, a closer look at drinking's serious impacts.

• Print books offer parents, children a richer experience

  Published: 04/12/2019 Parents interact less with toddlers when reading from an e-book, a study found.

• Midday naps may lower blood pressure

  Published: 04/11/2019 Some short shuteye may be as effective as lifestyle changes in bringing blood pressure down.

• Having children may not trigger multiple sclerosis relapse after all

  Published: 04/10/2019 This new study also highlights breastfeeding’s benefits.

• FDA approves nasal spray for hard-to-treat depression

  Published: 04/09/2019 A new, fast-acting antidepressant offers hope when other treatments fail.

• Dog-walking unleashes troubling trend

  Published: 04/08/2019 Seniors should consider a smaller breed when selecting a dog.