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A child with an ear infection holds their ear and looks sad.

Common IllnessesHealth and WellnessMedical CareVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Why Kids Get So Many Ear Infections

And how to treat them

Sep 7, 2023

An anemic person looks worn down while looking into the mirror.

Health and WellnessMedical CareVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Why You Should Test for Anemia

It is incredibly common—but usually simple to treat

Aug 21, 2023

An illustration of a brain made of pills on a light blue background.

Chronic ConditionsVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Do I Really Have To Give Up My Migraine Meds While Pregnant?

Q&A on Topamax

Jul 19, 2023

An array of used tissues and cold medicines on a yellow background.

Breastfeeding and FormulaCommon IllnessesGenderVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Why Aren't There Better Breastfeeding-Safe Medicines?

Q&A on colds

Jun 30, 2023

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Vitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Can I Skip Prenatals?

Q&A on nausea

Jun 23, 2023

Household cleaning products, rubber gloves, soap, and scrub brushes are arranged on a teal background.

SafetyVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

What Pinworm Treatment Can I Use While Pregnant?

Q&A on hygiene vs. medication

Jun 16, 2023

A variety of birth control pills is arranged on a wooden table.

Sexual WellnessVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

How Long Should It Take My Period to Return After Stopping Birth Control?

Q&A on hormone hacking

Jun 9, 2023

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Food and NutritionHealth and WellnessVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Ozempic, Wegovy, and Data

What we know—and what we don't

May 22, 2023

A kid in a red shirt smiles while eating a red popsicle that has dripped all over their face and arm.

Food and NutritionSafetyVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Is Red Food Dye Dangerous?

Data and the panic headlines on hyperactivity

May 11, 2023

A young child touches probiotic pills while holding a glass of water.

Common IllnessesFood and NutritionVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

The Data on Kids and Probiotics

Are they good, bad, neutral, sometimes worth it?

May 4, 2023

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Breastfeeding and FormulaDrugs and AlcoholVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Can I Smoke Marijuana While Breastfeeding?

Q&A on THC concentrations in breast milk

Apr 28, 2023

A paper human with a dandelion head. Half of the white dandelion fluff has flown into the air.

AllergiesSafetyVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Is It Dangerous to Take Allergy Medicine Every Day?

What about for kids?

Apr 7, 2023

White pill capsules are spilled on a dark orange background.

Medical CareVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

How Can I Treat My Multiple Sclerosis While Pregnant and Breastfeeding?

Q&A on medications

Mar 31, 2023

Close-up of young woman's hand holding birth control pills

Chronic ConditionsSexual WellnessVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Do Birth Control Pills Cause Breast Cancer?

Panic headlines vs. data

Mar 30, 2023

A photo of sugar containers and various sweeteners at a restaurant.

Chronic ConditionsFood and NutritionVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Do Artificial Sweeteners Cause Heart Attacks?

Panic headlines vs. data

Mar 30, 2023

A row of smiling children with books raise their hands.

ADHDVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Does Magnesium Improve ADHD Symptoms?

A cautionary tale about the limits of evidence-based medicine

Mar 27, 2023

An illustration of different types of colorful graphs and charts.

Breastfeeding and FormulaData and StatisticsData LiteracyResearch and StudiesVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Why I Look at Data Differently

A lesson on residual confounding

Mar 13, 2023

Arrangement of Adderall pills.

Breastfeeding and FormulaHealth and WellnessMental HealthVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Can I Take Adderall in Pregnancy and While Breastfeeding?

Q&A on safety vs. stigma

Feb 17, 2023

A green carton of 12 brown eggs, seen up close.

Drugs and AlcoholVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

What’s the Data on Preconception Health and Egg Quality?

Q&A on alcohol and cannabis while TTC

Feb 10, 2023

A child sits on a couch playing with a fidget spinner. His mother, seated next to him, kisses him on the forehead.

ADHDData and StatisticsEducation and ChildcareVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

ADHD Diagnoses in Children

Answering your questions with Erin O’Connor, EdD

Feb 9, 2023

A yellow teacup filled with tea is seen on a yellow background.

Data and StatisticsFood and NutritionSelf CareVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Can I Drink Herbal Teas During Pregnancy?

Q&A on nausea

Feb 3, 2023

Distressed toddler eating yogurt while sitting on a training potty and dressed as a bear.

Health and WellnessPoopPotty TrainingVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

What to Do About Chronic Constipation

And the scoop on Miralax

Jan 16, 2023

A baby holding their breath with puffed-out cheeks and lips.

Health and WellnessVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Why Is My Baby Holding Her Breath?

Q&A on breath-holding spells

Jan 6, 2023

An array of different pills on a blue background.

Data and StatisticsHealth and WellnessMedical CareVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Should I Take Antibiotics for Group B Strep During Pregnancy?

Q&A on GBS

Dec 16, 2022