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Yahoo LifeIs it ever OK to ask if someone's on Ozempic? Here's what experts say about questions regarding weight loss drugs.
What's the etiquette for asking about weight loss in the age of Ozempic? Here's what experts — and people who have used medications to slim down — say.
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People are posting about their colonoscopies on social media. Here's why experts say that's important.
Discussing colonoscopies can be "uncomfortable," but experts say it can "help break the stigma."
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When does my daughter need to see a gynecologist? What to know about age recommendations — and what to expect during an exam.
Doctors explain why it’s important for girls to learn more about reproductive health.
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It's pretty common for kids to get warts. What parents need to know, according to dermatologists.
Why kids are more vulnerable to warts, and when parents should take them to the doctor.
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Watching my daughter sell Girl Scout cookies made me realize it's time to stop talking about weight and diet around kids
"Talking to kids about weight can backfire because they may begin to feel self-conscious, anxious or ashamed of their bodies," says one expert.
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When do kids need to see a dermatologist? Here's what experts say.
Worried about a freckle, mole or rash showing up on your kid's skin? Here's what to do.
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These people quit drinking for Dry January — then kept going
For some, going alcohol-free for Dry January can lead to a teetotal lifestyle. People who have done it explain why.
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As 'Dr. Pimple Popper,' Dr. Sandra Lee has found TV fame treating gnarly skin issues. Here's what she's like as a mom.
Why the famed skin doctor has learned to delegate household tasks — and what her kids think of her pimple-popping videos.
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What happens during a circumcision? Here's what to know about the procedure.
Experts explain the risks, recovery and reasoning behind male circumcision.
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Do I need to worry about my kid's pee-stained mattress?
Bed-wetting accidents happen — but is a urine-stained mattress a health risk?
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Is it bad for kids to drink coffee? Here's what experts say.
Can kids drink coffee? Here's what doctors say about letting your little one sip your latte.
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She's an astronaut and mom who wore friendship bracelets into space. Here's how Kellie Gerardi makes it work.
The science communicator and author just returned from a suborbital space voyage.
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Vaccine exemption rates are rising among U.S. kindergartners. Here’s why some parents request them for medical reasons.
Why are vaccine exemption rates rising and which shots do parents seek exemptions from most often? Experts explain.
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Danksgiving: Why marijuana is on the menu for many this Thanksgiving
Ninety percent of survey respondents said they plan on spending as much on cannabis, or more, than they have for past Thanksgivings.
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Some pregnant women are having a hard time getting the RSV vaccine. Here’s why — and what they can do.
Why it's important for pregnant women to get the RSV vaccine, even though it's not so easy to find it.
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Toothbrushing can be a parenting power struggle. Here's what dentists recommend.
When "brush, brushy-brush" isn't doing the trick.
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What parents need to know about Twitch
New research found that many minor streamers are sharing their names, locations and other personal information.
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Just a few states ban corporal punishment in all schools. Here's why experts say it should be 'abolished.'
Experts say corporal punishment is unlikely to lead to any lasting change in a student's behavior.
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How to talk to kids about gun violence
Experts explain why parents have a responsibility to talk to their children about firearms.
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Sex can be painful for weeks after giving birth. Why don’t more people talk about it?
At least 50% of women have reported painful sex at six weeks after delivery. Here's what causes it and what can help.