Even pregnant women are judged for gaining weight
People often assume that because weight gain is a natural part pregnancy, women aren’t stigmatized for it. That's not true.
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Pandemic teens could benefit from later school start
Poor sleep is linked to negative outcomes in youth, including a greater risk of obesity, diabetes and depression.
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Young kids more at risk for hearing loss from chemo drug
A new study looks at cisplatin, a life-saving chemotherapy drug known to cause hearing loss in children.
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#AskAlyson: Teenage boys and eating disorders
It's hard to know how to encourage healthy eating without letting it get obsessive.
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Is it RSV or COVID-19?
Symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus are similar to COVID, making it hard to tell the difference.
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#AskAlyson: How can I help my kid say no to alcohol?
Teenagers should know that opting out of drinking is not 'social death.'
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1 in 3 parents think boys better at sports: study
Persistent stereotypes sexualize female athletes and create an environment where women are held to a different standard than men.
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