WELLNESS

Cannabis May Make It Harder to Conceive

Marijuana use appears to reduce a woman's chances of conceiving a child. If you're trying to become pregnant, try taking a break from pot. >

Lockdown-Related Weight Gain

Social lsolation has many of us turning to caloric comfort foods. Here are some tips to help you cope with the stress more mindfully. >

COVID Outbreaks Accompany Campus Re-Openings

By the end of fall semester, over 20 percent of students at 30 schools had contracted the highly contagious SARS-CoV-2 virus. >

A Coffee-Prostate Cancer Connection

Findings on over 1.1 million men indicate that drinking two or more cups a day cuts the risk of prostate cancer. More coffee, less risk. >

Happiness Out the Door

Lockdown has been hard on us all. Diaries show what an emotional boost time outside can provide. >

Ask Your Partner, Not Porn Sites

Many young adults turn to pornography for answers to their questions about sex. This can lead to awkwardness and unrealistic expectations. >

Heart-Healthy Diet Tweaks

Most of us know the basics when it comes to foods that harm or help our hearts. But a recent review study turned up a few surprises. >

Right Tax, Wrong Message

Taxes on sweetened beverages do reduce consumption, but when the message is about revenue, not health, the push-back can doom them. >

Men Who Change Their Minds about Vasectomy

Is it a bad idea to try to reverse your vasectomy if you're over 50? The surgery is meant to be permanent, but men do change their minds. >

Take It in Both Arms

Next time, have your blood pressure taken in both arms, or do it yourself at the drug store. It's a good way to check for atherosclerosis. >

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