Suicidal thoughts are more common among Americans who bought guns when firearm sales spiked during the pandemic, compared to those among other gun owners or folks who don’t own guns, a new study shows. About 6% of...

Two placenta-related markers could reveal older women’s risk of serious pregnancy problems such as stillbirth and premature or very small babies, British researchers say. They analyzed blood samples and medical data from 527 pregnant U.K. women, including...

So-called “forever chemicals” might increase pregnant women’s risk of a dangerous condition known as preeclampsia, researchers say. Perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are widely used and long-lasting chemicals found in the drinking water of many U.S. communities. A new...

The U.S. government’s COVID-19 vaccination program for children ages 5-11 will be ready to roll on Nov. 8, the White House said Monday. On Friday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved vaccines for the 28 million...

If you have a pet, you know that the excited wag of your dog’s tail or the satisfied purr of your cat curling up on your lap can be a mood booster. But what if that pet...

The joys of motherhood may be overshadowed in the United States since as many as 50% of new or expectant moms can’t pay their bills, including health care bills, new research suggests. “Financial hardship is highly prevalent...

MONDAY, Nov. 1, 2021 (American Heart Association News) — Fresh breath, a pretty smile and healthy teeth and gums – they’re the reasons you brush your teeth each day and see a dentist twice a year. But...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has delayed a decision on whether to approve emergency use of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine in 12- to 17-year-olds until at least January, the company announced Sunday. That’s because the agency told...

FDA delays decision on Moderna vaccine for teens under 17: The company announced Sunday that the agency said it needs more time to examine data on a rare cardiac side effect seen in young males after Moderna’s...

A two-minute test can accurately detect vaginal bacteria associated with preterm birth, researchers have found, pointing to a possible way to identify pregnant women at increased risk of early delivery. In the United States, about one in...