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• Acetaminophen May Reduce Vaccination Response

  Last Updated: 2009-11-2  ::

  Acetaminophen is often given just after vaccines to reduce the chance of developing a fever. However, researchers from the Czech Republic found that in addition to lowering fever, the medication may also lower the immune response to the vaccine.

• Breastfeeding and Pacifier Use

  Last Updated: 2009-10-13  ::

  A pacifier can help soothe a cranky baby but some worry that it may discourage the infant from breastfeeding. Researchers from Buenos Aires found in their study that pacifier use did not affect the rate of breastfeeding.

• Mediterranean Diet May Be Associated with Decreased Risk of Depression

  Last Updated: 2009-10-13  ::

  Daily choices like diet or physical activity are known to play an important role in maintaining good physical health but it appears they may also be important for your mental health. Researchers from Spain found that participants who followed a Mediterranean diet were less likely to develop depression.

• Lifestyle Habits May Lower Lifetime Risk of Hypertension in Women

  Last Updated: 2009-9-16  ::

  Hypertension can lead to serious heart and blood vessel disease but there are lifestyle changes you can make to decrease your risk. Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School found six particular habits that may decrease your risk.

• Physical Activity and Screen Time Levels May Predict Risk of Obesity in Children

  Last Updated: 2009-9-16  ::

  Obesity has been linked to low levels of physical activity and increased hours of time in front of a TV or computer but just how great is the risk? Researchers from Iowa State University found that children with these habits were 3-4 times more likely to be overweight.

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