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Toxins in household dust may be harmful to kids
Most of the dust that coats your furniture and floors comes from outdoors and can pose a health threat, a new study suggests.
BPA in canned foods could harm children, group says
Measurable levels of the chemical additive bisphenol A (BPA) were found in a variety of canned goods, including some that claimed to be BPA-free, according to an analysis released this week by the nonprofit advocacy group Consumers Union.
Toxic toys? Health group finds high lead levels
Children's toys carrying the Barbie and Disney logos have turned up with high levels of lead in them, according to a California-based advocacy group — a finding that may give consumers pause as they shop for the holiday season.
Pregnancy
Induced labor may prevent need for c-section
Inducing labor doesn't necessarily increase the risk of cesarean section delivery, according to a study that challenges the widely held opinion.
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Blocking protein may prevent premature labor
Blocking a key protein may help prevent premature labor, say researchers at Imperial College London in Britain.
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Prioritize pregnant women to get swine flu shot, experts say
As U.S. officials meet Wednesday to decide who should get priority for potentially scarce H1N1 swine flu shots this fall, the danger the virus poses to pregnant women should vault that group to the top of the list, experts say.
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Eating seafood during pregnancy may boost mood
Thu, Jul 30, 2009 (Reuters Health) — Eating omega-3-rich seafood may be a mood-lifter for women who are feeling depressed during pregnancy, suggests a study of British women.
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Depression poses pregnancy risks
Sun, Jul 19, 2009 (HealthDay News) -- Thanks to high-profile celebrities like Brooke Shields, postpartum depression is out of the closet and discussed as something to recognize and treat.
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