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• Head and neck melanomas on the rise

  Published: 10/25/2019 Boys and young men face the highest risk.

• Halloween safety: Tips for trick-or-treaters

  Published: 10/24/2019 Don't worry. There's no scary advice.

• How safe is a vaginal birth after a C-section?

  Published: 10/23/2019 A study of 74,000 births has answers. 

• Parents' smoking tied to future heart problems in kids

  Published: 10/22/2019 The more parents smoke, the greater the risk. 

• What to know if you're called back for a 2nd mammogram

  Published: 10/21/2019 Chances are good you don't have cancer.

• For better sleep, banish this from the bedroom

  Published: 10/20/2019 This one simple tip can help you catch more ZZZs.

• Got the flu? Stay home

  Published: 10/19/2019 You might be surprised how far your germs can travel.

• Sick of politics? You're not alone

  Published: 10/18/2019 Nearly 40% of Americans say politics is stressing them out.

• Why you shouldn't put off palliative care

  Published: 10/17/2019 When given early, it may help cancer patients live longer.

• Losing more than sleep? Insomnia increases suicide risk

  Published: 10/16/2019 Treatment with sleep aids may bring better days and nights.

• What your dentist could tell you about your heart health

  Published: 10/15/2019 Gum disease may raise risk of high blood pressure.

• Researchers say red meat gets a bad rap

  Published: 10/14/2019 But major health groups have a beef with that conclusion.

• 7 fast facts about breast cancer

  Published: 10/13/2019 It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month. How much do you know?

• See past the stigma of mental illness

  Published: 10/12/2019 Don't let it stop you from seeking help.

• Opioid epidemic causes jump in deadly heart infections

  Published: 10/11/2019 Young, white men are the most affected.

• Mixed incontinence: Consider asking about surgery

  Published: 10/10/2019 Mixed incontinence is a combination of stress incontinence and urgency incontinence. Learn more.

• Many Americans don't know the facts about HPV

  Published: 10/09/2019 Only half of those who need the HPV vaccine have had it.

• What should young kids be drinking?

  Published: 10/08/2019 A group of leading health experts offers beverage guidelines for baby and beyond.

• Blood pressure checks may be more accurate at home

  Published: 10/07/2019 Black adults may benefit most from at-home checks.

• 5 lies about domestic violence

  Published: 10/06/2019 You've heard these myths. Now hear the facts.