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• Is Sugar Slowing Your Weight Loss?

  Sugar—it’s that sweet flavor that we all crave from time to time.

• What is Comprehensive Stroke Care—and Why is it Critical?

  Although stroke rates have declined over the past two decades due to improved medical care and better control of risk factors, stroke remains the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, and a leading cause of long-term disability.

• When Is It Time To Induce Labor?

  In a perfect world, your pregnancy would end on – or at least close to – the date you circled on the calendar when you learned you were expecting. But what happens when your baby decides to linger past that due date? Or if a complication arises? 

• My Child’s Legs Hurt at Night – Is It Growing Pains?

  If your child is experiencing growing pains, the pain is real.

• Is Endometriosis Affecting Fertility?

  Endometriosis is a chronic condition that affects 11 percent of women in the United States, particularly those in their 30s and 40s. It occurs when tissue that belongs in the lining of the uterus grows in other areas of the body, such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, intestines, and even in the thoracic region. These growths can swell and bleed, block fallopian tubes, form scar tissue and adhesions, and affect your intestines and bladder.

• What is preterm birth? Who is at risk, and how can it be prevented?

  Being pregnant can be one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, as they anticipate the birth of their little bundle of joy. The hope for all women is that their pregnancy will go to full term, which lasts 40 weeks. However, in some cases, a woman goes into labor and delivers earlier than expected, which is called a “preterm birth.” Preterm birth can be described as any delivery that occurs between 22 and 37 weeks gestation. Preterm birth affects about 12% of pregnant women, a number that has remained essentially unchanged for the past 30 years, despite multiple interventions.

• Is It Harmful to Know Too Much About Your DNA?

  Last year, the market for home DNA testing products totaled $99 million, a figure that’s expected to more than triple by 2022. The companies that provide these products are an outgrowth of a comprehensive long-term scientific effort, involving researchers from around the world, to sequence the human genome which was a project started in 1990. Today, there are plenty of opportunities to have your DNA tested and analyzed, ranging from medically supervised tests done under the care of your doctor, to companies that advertise their products online and on TV, offering insights into your health and ancestry based on your DNA.

• When it Comes to Kegels, Consistency Matters

  Like most women, you’ve probably heard of Kegel exercises. Maybe you read about them in a magazine or a mom friend mentioned them. But what are Kegels? And do they really work? 

• Endometriosis: Is Estrogen the Culprit?

  Endometriosis has a wide range of symptoms – from back pain to fatigue and even infertility. It can be tough to diagnose, but genetics, immune system issues and hormonal imbalances are likely linked to the condition.

• Is Late-Night Smartphone Use Lowering Your Sperm Count?

  It’s a half-hour before bedtime and you’re scrolling through your smartphone. You check the outside security cameras, ensure the garage door is closed, check on locked doors, enable your alarm and dim the lights in the kids’ rooms … doing it all through the apps on your cell phone. In between, you scroll a few more times through your social media feeds. The routine is familiar for many, but this nightly habit may have unintended consequences for male fertility.