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The time and effort children put into take-home assignments can also build character.

Pregnancy-Related Heart Failure More Acute Among Black Women

Researchers plan to find out to what degree these differences spring from genetic or socioeconomic factors.

How Trump’s New Health Care Policy Could Harm Americans

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Here’s another reason experts recommend cutting back on sweets and tracking our sugar consumption.

EJAF Launches HIV Program to Reach Black Gay Men and Trans People

Another initiative of the Elton John AIDS Foundation will focus on HIV and hep C in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.

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With the exception of colon cancer, most cancers associated with overweight or obesity rose over the past decade.

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Puerto Rico’s main exports are medical devices and pharmaceuticals, including HIV and cancer drugs.

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Vaccinating the older brothers and sisters of infants can protect these younger children from acquiring the bug.

Black Children Less Likely to Get Treatment for Eczema

Findings show that race can predict whether kids see a doctor for this skin condition.

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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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Can Kids Learn Determination From Adults?

By watching their parents, toddlers may learn tenacity when faced with challenges and setbacks.
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National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 2017

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